kjenningssignal
The word 'kjenningssignal' is divided into four syllables: kjen-nings-si-gnal. Stress falls on the first syllable. The division follows Norwegian rules of onset maximization and consonant-vowel separation. It's a compound noun derived from 'kjenne' and 'signal'.
Definitions
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A signal that allows recognition.
Recognition signal
“Lukten var et viktig kjenningssignal.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable 'kjen-'.
Syllables
kjen- — Open syllable, stressed, with a complex onset 'kj'. -nings- — Open syllable, with a complex onset 'ng'. -si- — Open syllable, simple onset and nucleus. -gnal — Closed syllable, simple onset and nucleus
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are grouped into onsets whenever possible.
Consonant-Vowel Division
Syllables are typically divided between consonants and vowels.
- The 'kj' and 'ng' clusters are common in Norwegian and are treated as single onsets.
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