kontradiktorisk
Syllables
kon-tra-dik-to-risk
Pronunciation
/kɔnˈtrɑdɪktɔɾɪsk/
Stress
01001
Morphemes
kontra- + diktor- + -isk
The word 'kontradiktorisk' is divided into five syllables: kon-tra-dik-to-risk. It consists of a Latin-derived prefix 'kontra-', root 'diktor-', and suffix '-isk'. Stress falls on the second syllable. Syllable division follows Norwegian rules prioritizing onsets and vowel nuclei.
Definitions
- 1
Contradictory, characterized by opposition or inconsistency.
Contradictory
“Hans forklaring var kontradiktorisk.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('tra'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but the length and complexity of the prefix and root influence stress placement.
Syllables
kon — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. tra — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.. dik — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. to — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. risk — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.
Word Parts
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Consonant clusters are generally included in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound as its nucleus.
- The 'd' in 'dik' can be subject to lenition (weakening) in rapid speech.
- Regional variations in pronunciation may affect the degree of 'd' lenition.
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