krigsforbrytelse
Syllables
krigs-for-bry-tel-se
Pronunciation
/ˈkɾɪɡsfɔrbɾʏtɛlsə/
Stress
00100
Morphemes
krigs- + bryt- + -else
The Norwegian word 'krigsforbrytelse' (war crime) is divided into five syllables: krigs-for-bry-tel-se, with stress on 'bry'. It's a compound noun formed from prefixes, a root, and a suffix, following Norwegian syllable division rules that prioritize onsets and vowel sequences.
Definitions
- 1
A serious violation of the laws of war, giving rise to individual responsibility for criminal acts.
War crime
“Han ble dømt for krigsforbrytelser.”
“FN etterforsker mulige krigsforbrytelser.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('bry'). The stress pattern is typical for Norwegian compound nouns.
Syllables
krigs — Closed syllable, onset cluster, prefix.. for — Open syllable, prefix.. bry — Closed syllable, stressed, root.. tel — Open syllable.. se — Open syllable, reduced vowel, suffix.
Word Parts
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Maximizing Onsets
Prioritizing consonant clusters at the beginning of syllables.
Vowel-Initial Syllables
Syllables beginning with vowels are separated.
Stress Placement
Stress typically falls on the penultimate syllable in Norwegian.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are broken up in a way that creates pronounceable syllables.
- The word is a compound noun, which can sometimes lead to ambiguity in syllable division.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might affect the precise realization of vowel sounds and consonant clusters.
- The 'r' sound can be alveolar or retroflex depending on dialect.
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