kreftframkallende
Syllables
kreft-fram-kal-len-de
Pronunciation
/kræftframˈkɑlːənˌde/
Stress
00010
Morphemes
fram + kall + ende
The word 'kreftframkallende' is a compound adjective meaning 'cancer-causing'. It is divided into five syllables: kreft-fram-kal-len-de, with primary stress on 'len'. The syllabification follows Norwegian rules prioritizing maximizing onsets and vowel-initial syllables. It consists of the prefix 'fram-', root 'kall-', and suffix '-ende', combined with the compound component 'kreft-'.
Definitions
- 1
Causing or promoting the development of cancer.
Cancer-causing, carcinogenic
“kreftframkallende stoffer”
“en kreftframkallende livsstil”
syn:kreftutløsendeant:krefthemmende
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('len').
Syllables
kreft — Open syllable, containing a diphthong.. fram — Open syllable.. kal — Open syllable.. len — Closed syllable, stressed.. de — Open syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Norwegian syllable division prioritizes placing consonants at the beginning of syllables.
Vowel-Initial Syllables
Syllables beginning with vowels are permissible and follow standard rules.
Closed Syllables
Syllables ending in consonants are also allowed.
- The compound nature of the word requires consideration of morpheme boundaries.
- Dialectal variations in 'r' pronunciation may slightly affect perceived syllable boundaries.
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