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hovedvassledning

Complete linguistic analysis including syllable division, pronunciation, morphology, and definitions.

5 syllables
16 characters
Norwegian
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5syllables

hovedvassledning

Linguistic Analysis

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

noun
  1. 1

    A main pipe used for transporting water.

    Main water pipe

    Reparasjonen av hovedvassledningen vil starte i morgen.

    En lekkasje i hovedvassledningen forårsaket vannmangel.

Stress pattern

Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('vass'). The first syllable ('ho') is often reduced, shifting the stress.

Syllables

5
ho/hœː/
ved/vd/
vass/vasː/
led/leːd/
ning/nɪŋ/

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.

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.
Analysis by gemma3:27b · 6/11/2025
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