innvandringslov
The Norwegian word 'innvandringslov' (Immigration Law) is divided into four syllables: inn-van-drings-lov. Stress falls on the first syllable. The word is a compound noun formed from the prefix 'inn-', the root 'vandrings-', and the suffix '-lov'. Syllable division follows the principles of onset maximization and vowel nucleus requirements.
Definitions
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Law governing immigration and the legal status of immigrants.
Immigration Law
“Den nye innvandringsloven trådte i kraft i går.”
“Innvandringsloven regulerer hvem som kan få oppholdstillatelse.”
syn:utlendingslov
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('inn'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable of a word, especially in compound nouns.
Syllables
inn — Closed syllable, stressed.. van — Closed syllable, unstressed.. drings — Closed syllable, unstressed.. lov — Open syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Norwegian prefers to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Sonority Sequencing Principle
Syllable structure follows the sonority sequencing principle, with sounds decreasing in sonority from the beginning to the end of the syllable.
- Double consonants (nn, dd) influence vowel length but do not alter syllable division.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation exist but do not significantly affect syllable structure.
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