pensjonsbestemmelse
Syllables
pens-jons-bestem-mel-se
Pronunciation
/ˈpɛnsjʊnsbɛstɛmːəlse/
Stress
01000
Morphemes
pensjons- + bestem- + -melse
The word 'pensjonsbestemmelse' is a complex Norwegian noun meaning 'pension regulation'. It is divided into five syllables: pens-jons-bestem-mel-se, with primary stress on the second syllable. The syllabification follows Norwegian rules prioritizing maximizing onsets and vowel-based division. It consists of a prefix 'pensjons-', a root 'bestem-', and a suffix '-melse'.
Definitions
- 1
A regulation or provision relating to pensions.
Pension regulation/provision
“De nye pensjonsbestemmelsene trer i kraft neste år.”
“Hun klaget over de uklare pensjonsbestemmelsene.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('be' in 'bestem'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but longer words often have secondary stresses.
Syllables
pens — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. jons — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. bestem — Closed syllable, initial consonant cluster.. mel — Open syllable.. se — Open syllable.
Word Parts
Maximize Onsets
Prioritize placing consonants at the beginning of syllables whenever possible.
Vowel-Based Division
Syllables are generally formed around vowel sounds.
Consonant Cluster Resolution
Complex consonant clusters are broken down based on sonority hierarchy.
- Geminate consonant 'mm' in 'bestemmelse' is crucial for pronunciation.
- The 'sj' digraph represents a single phoneme /ʃ/.
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