hovedvassledning
Syllables
ho-ved-vass-led-ning
Pronunciation
/ˈhœːvdˌvasːˈleːdɪŋ/
Stress
01100
Morphemes
hoved + vass + ledning
The Norwegian word 'hovedvassledning' (main water pipe) is divided into five syllables: ho-ved-vass-led-ning. Stress falls on 'vass'. It's a compound noun formed from 'hoved' (main), 'vass' (water), and 'ledning' (pipe). Syllable division follows onset maximization and vowel peak principles.
Definitions
- 1
A main pipe used for transporting water.
Main water pipe
“Reparasjonen av hovedvassledningen vil starte i morgen.”
“En lekkasje i hovedvassledningen forårsaket vannmangel.”
syn:stamvannledning
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('vass'). The first syllable ('ho') is often reduced, shifting the stress.
Syllables
ho — Open syllable, initial syllable, vowel is long.. ved — Closed syllable, consonant cluster 'vd'.. vass — Closed syllable, stressed syllable, long vowel.. led — Closed syllable, vowel is long.. ning — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Norwegian syllable division prioritizes including as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel Peak
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Compound Word Stress
The first element of a compound word generally receives stress, but this can shift if the first element is reduced.
- The 'd' in 'hoved' is often weakly articulated or silent.
- Regional variations in pronunciation may affect vowel and consonant articulation.
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