pensjonsforsikret
Syllables
pens-jons-for-sik-ret
Pronunciation
/ˈpɛnsjʊnsfɔʂˈʃikrɛt/
Stress
01000
Morphemes
pensjon/forsikre + -et
The word 'pensjonsforsikret' is divided into five syllables: pens-jons-for-sik-ret. It's a compound adjective derived from 'pensjon' and 'forsikre', with primary stress on the second syllable ('forsik'). Syllable division follows Norwegian rules prioritizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
Insured with regards to a pension.
Pension insured
“Han er en pensjonsforsikret mann.”
“De pensjonsforsikrede fikk en økning.”
ant:uforsikret
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('forsik'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable of the root word, and in compound words, the stress tends to fall on the first element of the compound.
Syllables
pens — Open syllable, containing a short vowel and a nasal consonant.. jons — Closed syllable, containing a diphthong and a nasal consonant.. for — Open syllable, containing a rounded vowel.. sik — Closed syllable, containing a short vowel and a fricative.. ret — Open syllable, containing a short vowel and a rhotic consonant.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally kept together at the beginning of a syllable (e.g., 'forsik').
Vowel Sequences
Each vowel generally forms a separate syllable (e.g., 'pens-jons').
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left alone to form a syllable.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist, but do not significantly alter syllable division.
- The word is a compound, influencing stress placement.
- The past participle suffix '-et' is consistently treated as part of the final syllable.
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