miljøbestemmelse
Syllables
mi-ljø-be-stem-mel-se
Pronunciation
/miˈljøːbɛstɛmːɛlsə/
Stress
010000
Morphemes
miljø/bestem + -melse
The Norwegian word 'miljøbestemmelse' is divided into six syllables: mi-ljø-be-stem-mel-se. It's a compound noun formed from 'miljø' (environment), 'bestem' (determine), and the nominalizing suffix '-melse'. The primary stress falls on the second syllable ('be-'). Syllable division follows Norwegian rules of onset maximization and vowel centering.
Definitions
- 1
A regulation or law concerning the environment.
Environmental regulation
“De nye miljøbestemmelsene trer i kraft neste år.”
“Bedriften må overholde alle gjeldende miljøbestemmelser.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('be-'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but compound words can have secondary stresses. Here, 'be-' is the most prominent.
Syllables
mi — Open syllable, containing a single vowel.. ljø — Syllable containing a diphthong. The 'j' is a glide forming part of the diphthong.. be — Closed syllable, stressed syllable.. stem — Closed syllable, containing a long consonant.. mel — Open syllable.. se — Open, unstressed syllable.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Norwegian prefers to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel Centering
Each syllable must contain a vowel.
Diphthong Integrity
Diphthongs (like 'jø') are generally treated as a single vowel sound within a syllable.
- The 'm' between 'bestem' and 'melse' is a common feature in Norwegian nominalizations and doesn't create a syllable break.
- Regional variations in pronunciation are minor and don't significantly alter syllable division.
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