innkrevningslov
The Norwegian word 'innkrevningslov' is a compound noun divided into four syllables: inn-krev-nings-lov. Stress falls on the second syllable ('krev'). The syllabification follows the principles of maximizing onsets and forming syllables around vowel nuclei. The word is morphologically complex, consisting of a prefix, root, and two suffixes.
Definitions
- 1
Law governing the collection of debts or taxes.
Collection Law
“Den nye innkrevningsloven trådte i kraft i går.”
“Hun er ekspert på innkrevningslov.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('krev'). Norwegian stress is generally predictable, falling on the first syllable of a word or compound, but can shift in longer compounds.
Syllables
inn — Open syllable with a geminate consonant. Vowel nucleus 'i'. Onset 'n'. krev — Closed syllable with a consonant cluster onset. Vowel nucleus 'ɛ'. Coda 'v'. nings — Closed syllable with a consonant cluster coda. Vowel nucleus 'ɪ'. lov — Closed syllable with a simple onset and coda. Vowel nucleus 'ɔ'
Word Parts
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Maximize Onset Principle
Consonant clusters are included in the onset of the following syllable whenever possible.
Vowel Nucleus Rule
Each syllable must contain a vowel nucleus.
- Geminate consonant 'nn' does not alter standard syllabification.
- Dialectal variations in the pronunciation of 'v' ([v] vs. [ʋ]).
- Potential vowel reduction in some eastern dialects.
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