prestasjonsangst
Syllables
pres-tas-jons-angst
Pronunciation
/ˈprɛstɑʃɔnsɑŋst/
Stress
1000
Morphemes
pre- + stasjons- + -angst
The word 'prestasjonsangst' is a Norwegian compound noun meaning 'performance anxiety'. It is divided into four syllables: pres-tas-jons-angst, with primary stress on the first syllable. The word consists of a Latin prefix 'pre-', a Norwegian root derived from 'prestasjon', and a Germanic suffix '-angst'. Syllabification follows Norwegian rules of onset maximization and vowel breakup.
Definitions
- 1
The fear or apprehension associated with performing a task or role in front of others.
Performance anxiety
“Han led av prestasjonsangst før presentasjonen.”
“Mange studenter opplever prestasjonsangst under eksamen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('pres-'), typical for Norwegian compound nouns.
Syllables
pres — Open syllable, stressed, onset consonant cluster 'pr'.. tas — Open syllable, onset consonant 't', vowel 'ɑ'.. jons — Closed syllable, onset consonant cluster 'sj', vowel 'ɔ', coda consonant 'n'.. angst — Closed syllable, onset consonant 'ɑ', coda consonant cluster 'ngst'.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Norwegian prefers to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel Breakup
Each vowel generally forms the nucleus of a separate syllable.
Compound Word Stress
Primary stress falls on the first element of a compound word.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist, but the core syllabification remains consistent.
- The '-sj-' cluster is a common feature of Norwegian phonology and doesn't pose a significant syllabification challenge.
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