oppsigelesfrist
Syllables
opp-sig-e-les-frist
Pronunciation
/ɔpːsɪˈɡeːləsˌfɾɪst/
Stress
01001
Morphemes
opp + sig + elses-frist
The Norwegian word 'oppsigelsesfrist' (notice period) is divided into five syllables: opp-sig-e-les-frist. Stress falls on the second syllable. It's a compound noun formed from a prefix, root, and suffixes, following typical Norwegian syllable division rules prioritizing onset maximization and vowel peaks.
Definitions
- 1
The period of time one must give notice before terminating employment or a contract.
Notice period
“Han sa opp jobben sin innen oppsigelsesfristen.”
“Hva er oppsigelsesfristen for denne stillingen?”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('sig'). Norwegian stress generally falls on the first syllable of the root.
Syllables
opp — Open syllable, initial syllable.. sig — Closed syllable, contains a velar fricative /ɣ/.. e — Open syllable, vowel lengthened.. les — Closed syllable, voiced 's' possible.. frist — Closed syllable, final syllable, receives slight emphasis.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are kept together at the beginning of a syllable.
Vowel Peak
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left alone to form a syllable.
- The 's' in 'elses' can be voiced /z/ between vowels.
- Regional variations in vowel length and 's' voicing are possible.
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