korrupsjonssiktelse
Syllables
kor-rup-sjon-ssik-tel-se
Pronunciation
/kɔˈrʊpsjɔnˌsɪktˈelsə/
Stress
010001
Morphemes
korrupsjon + ssiktelse
The word 'korrupsjonssiktelse' is a complex Norwegian noun formed through compounding and suffixation. It is divided into six syllables: kor-rup-sjon-ssik-tel-se, with primary stress on the second syllable ('rup'). The syllabification follows Norwegian rules of onset maximization and vowel sequencing, and the morphemic analysis reveals Latin roots and Norwegian suffixes.
Definitions
- 1
The act of being accused of corruption; an indictment for corruption.
Corruption indictment
“Han ble møtt med en korrupsjonssiktelse etterforskningen.”
“Politiet vurderer å reise en korrupsjonssiktelse mot ham.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('rup'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but compounding and word length can shift the stress.
Syllables
kor — Open syllable, initial syllable.. rup — Closed, stressed syllable.. sjon — Closed syllable.. ssik — Closed syllable.. tel — Open syllable.. se — Open, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Norwegian prefers to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable, as seen in 'ssik'.
Vowel Sequencing
Each vowel generally forms the nucleus of a separate syllable, leading to divisions like 'kor-rup'.
Compound Stress
Stress in compounds often falls on the second element, or a prominent syllable within it, influencing the overall stress pattern.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation might exist, but do not affect the core syllable division.
- The consonant cluster 'ss' is relatively common in Norwegian and is treated as a single onset.
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