mellomvektklasse
Syllables
mel-lom-vekt-klas-se
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛlːʊmˌvɛktˌklasːə/
Stress
01000
Morphemes
mellom + vekt + klasse
The word 'mellomvektklasse' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: mel-lom-vekt-klas-se. The primary stress falls on 'vekt'. It consists of the prefix 'mellom-', the root 'vekt', and the suffix 'klasse'. Syllable division follows Norwegian rules of onset maximization and vowel nucleus requirements.
Definitions
- 1
A weight class between two others; a middleweight class.
Middleweight class
“Han kjempet i mellomvektklasse.”
“Bokseren vant i mellomvektklasse.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the 'vekt' syllable. The prefix 'mellom' is unstressed, and the remaining syllables receive secondary or no stress.
Syllables
mel — Open syllable, initial syllable, contains a long vowel.. lom — Closed syllable, contains a short vowel.. vekt — Closed syllable, stressed syllable, contains a short vowel.. klas — Closed syllable, contains a long vowel.. se — Open syllable, final syllable, reduced vowel (schwa).
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Norwegian prefers to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel as Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Division
Consonant clusters are broken up to create permissible syllable structures.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may occur, but do not affect syllable division.
- The prefix 'mellom-' is often considered a weak syllable, influencing stress placement.
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