kjærlighetslengsel
Syllables
kjær-lig-hets-leng-sel
Pronunciation
/ˈçæːrlɪˌhɛtsˈlɛŋsl̩/
Stress
10001
Morphemes
kjær + lighetslengsel
The word *kjærlighetslengsel* is divided into five syllables based on Norwegian phonological rules, prioritizing onsets and consonant closure. It is a complex noun formed from multiple morphemes, with primary stress on the first syllable. The word denotes a strong feeling of longing, particularly romantic longing.
Definitions
- 1
A strong feeling of longing, especially romantic longing.
Love longing, yearning for love
“Hun følte en dyp kjærlighetslengsel.”
“Diktet uttrykte kjærlighetslengsel på en vakker måte.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('kjær'), with secondary stress on the last syllable ('sel').
Syllables
kjær — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster /kj/, stressed.. lig — Closed syllable, consonant closure.. hets — Closed syllable, consonant closure.. leng — Closed syllable, consonant closure.. sel — Closed syllable, consonant closure.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are maintained in the onset as long as pronounceability allows.
Consonant Closure
Syllables are closed by consonants when possible.
- The initial /kj/ cluster is a common and accepted onset in Norwegian.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist but do not affect syllable division.
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