primtaltvilling
The word 'primtaltvilling' is divided into four syllables: pri-mtal-tvil-ling. Stress falls on the first syllable. It's a compound noun formed from 'primtall' (prime number) and 'tvilling' (twin). Syllable division follows the principle of maximizing onsets and favoring open syllables.
Definitions
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A pair of prime numbers that differ by two.
Prime twin
“3 og 5 er et primtaltvilling.”
“Matematikere studerer primtaltvilling.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('pri').
Syllables
pri — Open syllable, primary stress.. mtal — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.. tvil — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.. ling — Closed syllable, liquid consonant onset.
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Maximize Onsets
Norwegian favors creating syllables with maximal onsets, allowing for consonant clusters.
Open Syllables
Open syllables are preferred when possible.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may occur, but do not affect syllable division.
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