kontringsfarlig
Syllables
kon-trings-far-lig
Pronunciation
/kɔnˈtrɪŋsfɑːrlɪɡ/
Stress
0100
Morphemes
kontr- + -ings- + -far-
The Norwegian word *kontringsfarlig* is divided into four syllables: kon-trings-far-lig. It's a compound adjective meaning 'dangerous in a counterattack', with stress on the 'far' syllable. Syllable division follows onset maximization and vowel peak principles.
Definitions
- 1
Dangerous in a counterattack; posing a threat during a counteroffensive.
Dangerous in a counterattack
“Han er en *kontringsfarlig* spiller.”
“Laget er *kontringsfarlig*.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the 'far' syllable. The stress pattern is relatively weak, but noticeable.
Syllables
kon — Open syllable, onset consonant /k/, vowel /ɔn/.. trings — Closed syllable, onset consonant cluster /tr/, vowel /ɪ/, coda /ŋs/.. far — Open syllable, onset consonant /f/, vowel /ɑːr/ - stressed syllable.. lig — Closed syllable, onset consonant /l/, vowel /ɪ/, coda /ɡ/
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Onset Maximization
Syllables attempt to maximize their onsets (initial consonant sounds).
Vowel Peak Principle
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Division
Consonant clusters are generally split to create permissible onsets and codas.
- The compound nature of the word requires careful consideration of morpheme boundaries.
- Norwegian syllable structure is relatively simple.
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