krigsforberedelse
Syllables
krigs-for-be-re-del-se
Pronunciation
/ˈkɾɪɡsfɔrˌbɛɾədˌelsə/
Stress
0 1 0 1 0 1
Morphemes
krigs- + forbered- + -else
The word 'krigsforberedelse' is a compound noun divided into six syllables: krigs-for-be-re-del-se. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable. Syllable division follows the principles of maximizing onsets and vowel-initial syllable formation, typical of Norwegian phonology.
Definitions
- 1
War preparation; the act of preparing for war.
War preparation
“Krigsforberedelsene var i full gang.”
“Regjeringen benektet enhver krigsforberedelse.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('be-re-del-se'). Norwegian generally follows a trochaic stress pattern.
Syllables
krigs — Closed syllable with consonant cluster onset.. for — Open syllable.. be — Open syllable.. re — Open syllable.. del — Open syllable.. se — Open syllable.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are kept together as onsets whenever possible.
Vowel-Initial Syllables
Syllables beginning with vowels are formed after consonants.
Sonority Sequencing Principle
Syllables tend to follow a sonority hierarchy (vowels are more sonorous than consonants).
- The compound nature of the word requires consideration of morpheme boundaries.
- The /ɾ/ is a flap consonant, common in Norwegian pronunciation.
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