Hyphenation ofreguleringsteknikk

Norwegian Word Analysis: reguleringsteknikk

1. Examination & Pronunciation:

The word "reguleringsteknikk" is a compound noun in Norwegian, meaning "regulation technique" or "control technology". It's pronounced with a relatively even stress distribution, though the first syllable of "regulering" receives primary stress. The 'k' at the end is pronounced.

2. Syllable Division:

Following Norwegian syllable division rules, which generally favor maximizing onsets (consonant clusters at the beginning of a syllable), the word breaks down as follows (using only the original letters):

3. Morphemic Analysis:

• regulering - Root: From the verb "regulere" (to regulate), ultimately from Latin "regula" (rule). Morphological function: Noun, denoting the act of regulating.
• s- - Linking morpheme (genitive 's') - connects the two nouns.
• teknikk - Root: From French "technique", ultimately from Greek "tekhnē" (art, skill). Morphological function: Noun, denoting a specific skill or method.

4. Stress Identification:

The primary stress falls on the first syllable of "regulering": re-gu-le-rings-tek-nikk.

5. Phonetic Transcription:

/rɛɡʉˈlɛːrɪŋsˌtɛknɪkː/

6. Edge Case Review:

Norwegian allows for relatively complex consonant clusters, and this word exemplifies that. The 'ng' cluster is common and doesn't typically cause syllable division issues. The geminate 'kk' at the end is also standard.

7. Grammatical Role:

The word is primarily a noun. As a compound noun, the stress pattern remains consistent regardless of grammatical function.

8. Definition & Semantics:

• Definition: A method or system used for controlling or regulating something.
• Grammatical Category: Noun (masculine or feminine, depending on context)
• Translation: Regulation technique, control technology
• Synonyms: kontrollteknikk, styringsteknikk
• Antonyms: (Difficult to provide a direct antonym, as it's a method. Perhaps "manglende kontroll" - lack of control)
• Examples:
  • "De bruker avansert reguleringsteknikk i kraftverket." (They use advanced regulation technology in the power plant.)
  • "Reguleringsteknikk er viktig for å sikre effektiv drift." (Regulation technology is important to ensure efficient operation.)

9. Phonological Comparison:

• datamaskin (computer): da-ta-maskin - Similar syllable structure with consonant clusters. Stress on the first syllable.
• universitet (university): u-ni-ver-si-tet - Demonstrates the tendency to break after vowels, even with consonant clusters. Stress on the third syllable.
• problemstilling (problem statement): pro-blem-stil-ling - Shows how compound words are divided, similar to "reguleringsteknikk". Stress on the second syllable.

Syllable Analysis Breakdown:

Exceptions/Special Cases (Word-Level):

The 's' linking the two nouns doesn't form a syllable on its own. It's treated as part of the preceding syllable ("rings").

Division Rules Applied:

1. Maximize Onset: Prioritize placing consonants at the beginning of syllables.
2. Vowel Peak: Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
3. Consonant Cluster Resolution: Resolve consonant clusters by assigning them to the syllable that maximizes the onset.