likhetsprinsipp
The Norwegian word 'likhetsprinsipp' is a compound noun meaning 'principle of similarity'. It is syllabified as lik-hets-prin-sipp, with stress on the second syllable ('hets'). The syllabification follows vowel peak and onset maximization rules, typical of Norwegian phonology. The word is composed of the roots 'likhet' and 'prinsipp'.
Definitions
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A fundamental principle stating that similar cases should be treated alike.
Principle of similarity, equality principle
“Likhetsprinsippet er grunnleggende i rettsstaten.”
“De diskuterte likhetsprinsippet i forbindelse med skattepolitikken.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('hets'). Norwegian stress is generally predictable, but can shift in longer compounds. In this case, the second syllable receives the strongest emphasis.
Syllables
lik — Open syllable, initial syllable, vowel is short.. hets — Closed syllable, stressed syllable, vowel is long.. prin — Open syllable, vowel is short.. sipp — Closed syllable, final syllable, vowel is long and geminated.
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Vowel Peak
Each syllable contains a vowel.
Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are assigned to the onset whenever possible.
Compound Word Syllabification
Compound words are syllabified as single words, respecting other rules.
- Double consonants (kk, ss, pp) do not affect syllabification but influence pronunciation (gemination).
- Regional variations in vowel quality may exist, but syllable division remains consistent.
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