kvinnediskriminering
Syllables
kvinn-e-dis-kri-mi-ne-ring
Pronunciation
/ˈkvɪnːeˌdɪskɾɪmɪˈneːɾɪŋ/
Stress
0010011
Morphemes
kvinn + dis + ering
The word 'kvinnediskriminering' is divided into seven syllables based on Norwegian syllabification rules, prioritizing open syllables and allowing consonant clusters. The primary stress falls on the 'dis' syllable, corresponding to the root of the word. It's a compound noun formed from a prefix, root, and suffix, denoting discrimination against women.
Definitions
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Discrimination against women.
Woman discrimination
“Kvinnediskriminering er fortsatt et problem i mange land.”
ant:likestilling
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the 'dis' syllable (3rd syllable), and secondary stress on the 'ring' syllable (7th syllable). The stress pattern reflects the root and suffix.
Syllables
kvinn — Open syllable, long vowel due to doubled 'n'. e — Open syllable, single vowel. dis — Open syllable, primary stress on this syllable. kri — Closed syllable, flap 'r'. mi — Open syllable. ne — Open syllable, long vowel due to following 'r'. ring — Closed syllable, secondary stress
Word Parts
Open Syllable Preference
Norwegian favors syllables ending in vowels.
Consonant Cluster Allowance
Consonant clusters are permitted at the beginning and end of syllables.
Vowel as Syllable Nucleus
Each vowel sound generally forms its own syllable.
- The doubled 'n' in 'kvinn-' creates a long vowel sound but doesn't affect syllabification.
- The 'sk' cluster in 'diskriminering' is a standard feature and doesn't require special treatment.
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