intellektualist
Syllables
in-tel-lek-tu-a-list
Pronunciation
/ɪnˈtɛlːɛkˌtʋɑːlɪst/
Stress
010010
Morphemes
intel- + -lekt- + -ualist
The word 'intellektualist' is divided into six syllables: in-tel-lek-tu-a-list. Stress falls on the second syllable. It's a noun of Latin origin, referring to an intellectual. Syllable division follows Norwegian rules prioritizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
A person who is deeply engaged in intellectual activities; an intellectual.
Intellectual
“Han er en kjent intellektualist.”
ant:praktiker
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('tel'). Norwegian generally stresses the penult in words of this length.
Syllables
in — Open syllable, CV structure.. tel — Closed syllable, CVC structure with long consonant.. lek — Open syllable, CV structure.. tu — Open syllable, CV structure.. a — Open syllable, V structure.. list — Closed syllable, CVC structure.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Norwegian prefers to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are generally not left at the end of a syllable unless necessary.
CV/V Structure
Basic syllable structures are Consonant-Vowel (CV) or Vowel (V).
- Loanword status may lead to slight pronunciation variations.
- The doubled 'l' does not affect syllable division, only pronunciation.
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