kastrasjonsangst
The Norwegian word 'kastrasjonsangst' is divided into four syllables: kas-tras-jons-angst. Stress falls on the final syllable. It's a compound noun formed from 'kastrere' (castrate) and 'angst' (anxiety). Syllabification follows maximizing onsets and allowing permissible consonant clusters.
Definitions
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Intense anxiety related to the fear of castration.
Castration anxiety
“Han led av kastrasjonsangst.”
“Psykoanalysen utforsket hans kastrasjonsangst.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the final syllable ('angst'), typical for Norwegian nouns.
Syllables
kas — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. tras — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.. jons — Closed syllable, complex coda.. angst — Closed, stressed syllable.
Word Parts
Maximize Onsets
Attempt to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of each syllable.
Vowel Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel nucleus.
Permissible Clusters
Allow for common consonant clusters in onsets and codas.
- The 'str' cluster in 'tras' is a common exception.
- The 'jons' syllable, while not typical, is permissible due to complex codas.
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