samfunnsproblem
Syllables
sam-funn-spro-blem
Pronunciation
/ˈsɑm.fʊnː.spro.blɛm/
Stress
0100
Morphemes
sam + funn + sproblem
The Norwegian compound noun 'samfunnsproblem' (social problem) is divided into four syllables: sam-funn-spro-blem, with primary stress on 'funn'. It consists of the prefix 'sam-', root 'funn-', and suffix '-sproblem'. Syllable division follows Norwegian rules prioritizing onsets and avoiding syllable-final consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
A problem affecting society.
Social problem
“Arbeidsledighet er et stort samfunnsproblem.”
“Vi må finne løsninger på dette samfunnsproblemet.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('funn'). Norwegian compounds often stress the first syllable, but longer compounds like this one shift the stress to the second syllable.
Syllables
sam — Open syllable, unstressed.. funn — Closed syllable, primary stressed.. spro — Open syllable, unstressed.. blem — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are kept together at the beginning of a syllable (e.g., 'spro-').
Avoidance of Syllable-Final Consonant Clusters
Norwegian prefers to avoid ending syllables with consonant clusters.
Vowel as Syllable Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
- The double 'n' in 'funn' can be pronounced with slight velarization in some dialects.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation might exist, but the core syllable structure remains consistent.
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