livmorhalskreft
The word 'livmorhalskreft' is a Norwegian compound noun consisting of four syllables, each following a CV (open syllable) structure. Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('liv'). Syllabification follows the general Norwegian rule of preferring open syllables and dividing between root words in compounds.
Definitions
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Cancer of the cervix.
Cervical cancer
“Hun ble diagnostisert med livmorhalskreft.”
“Livmorhalskreft kan forebygges med vaksinasjon.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('liv'). Secondary stress may occur on 'hals', but is less prominent.
Syllables
liv — Open syllable (CV), initial syllable.. mor — Open syllable (CV).. hals — Open syllable (CV).. kreft — Open syllable (CV), final syllable.
Similar Words
Open Syllable Preference
Norwegian favors open syllables (CV) whenever possible. Syllable division occurs to maintain this structure.
Compound Word Syllabification
In compound words, syllables are divided between the constituent root words.
- Regional variations in vowel quality may occur, but do not affect syllable division.
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