rettsstatsprinsipp
Syllables
retts-stats-prin-sipp
Pronunciation
/rɛtsˈstatsprɪnsɪp/
Stress
0100
Morphemes
retts- + stats- + prinsipp
The word 'rettsstatsprinsipp' is a Norwegian compound noun divided into four syllables: retts-stats-prin-sipp. Primary stress falls on 'stats'. The division follows rules maximizing onsets and avoiding syllable-initial vowels. It comprises a prefix, root, and suffix with origins in Old Norse, Germanic, and Latin respectively.
Definitions
- 1
The principle of the rule of law.
Rule of law principle
“Rettsstatsprinsippet er grunnleggende for et demokratisk samfunn.”
“De kritiserte regjeringen for å undergrave rettsstatsprinsippet.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('stats'), typical for Norwegian compound nouns.
Syllables
retts — Closed syllable, onset cluster 'r', coda 'ts'. stats — Closed syllable, primary stress, onset 's'. prin — Closed syllable, onset cluster 'pr'. sipp — Coda syllable, onset 's', coda 'pp'
Word Parts
Similar Words
Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are preferred at the beginning of syllables.
Avoid Syllable-Initial Vowels
Syllables generally do not begin with vowels unless part of a diphthong.
- Gemination rules affecting 'tt' pronunciation.
- Regional variations in vowel qualities are possible but do not alter syllable division.
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