rettsfullmektig
The word 'rettsfullmektig' is divided into five syllables: ret-ts-full-mek-tig. It's a noun meaning 'legal deputy' and is composed of a prefix ('retts-'), a root ('full-'), and a suffix ('mektig'). The primary stress falls on the first syllable. The 'ts' cluster and the final 'g' require special consideration in the phonetic transcription.
Definitions
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A legal deputy; a lawyer who is authorized to represent clients in court, but not fully qualified as an attorney.
Legal deputy, junior lawyer
“Han er en rettsfullmektig i Oslo.”
ant:advokat
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('ret').
Syllables
ret — Closed syllable, stressed.. ts — Closed syllable, onset cluster.. full — Closed syllable, unstressed.. mek — Closed syllable, unstressed.. tig — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Norwegian syllable division prioritizes creating syllables with larger onsets (consonant clusters).
Vowel Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel nucleus.
Consonant Cluster Treatment
Certain consonant clusters are treated as single onsets or codas.
- The 'ts' cluster is treated as a single onset.
- The final 'g' is a velar fricative /ɡ/ in many dialects.
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