kollektivtrafikk
The word 'kollektivtrafikk' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: kol-lek-tiv-traf-ikk. Stress falls on the second syllable ('tiv'). Syllabification follows Norwegian rules of onset maximization and vowel peak, dividing at the boundaries of the root words 'kollektiv' and 'trafikk'.
Definitions
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Public transport; the system of buses, trains, trams, and ferries available for public use.
Public transport
“Jeg tar kollektivtrafikk til jobb.”
“Kollektivtrafikken i Oslo er godt utbygd.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('tiv'). Norwegian stress generally falls on the first syllable of the root word in compounds.
Syllables
kol — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster.. lek — Open syllable, onset consonant.. tiv — Open syllable, onset consonant.. traf — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster.. ikk — Closed syllable, onset consonant, coda consonant.
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Onset Maximization
Norwegian favors placing as many consonants as possible at the beginning of a syllable.
Vowel Peak
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Compound Word Division
Syllables are often divided at the boundaries of the constituent root words in compound nouns.
- The double 'k' in 'kollektiv' can have slight pronunciation variations, but doesn't affect syllabification.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation exist but don't alter syllable division.
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