samfunnstilstand
Syllables
sam-funn-stil-stand
Pronunciation
/ˈsɑm.fʊnː.stɪl.stɑn/
Stress
0100
Morphemes
sam + funn + stilstand
The word 'samfunnstilstand' is a compound noun divided into four syllables: sam-funn-stil-stand. Stress falls on the second syllable ('funn'). It's composed of the prefix 'sam-', the root 'funn', and the suffix 'stilstand', denoting social conditions.
Definitions
- 1
The state of society; social conditions.
Social conditions
“De dårlige samfunnstilstandene førte til opprør.”
“Vi må forbedre samfunnstilstandene for alle.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('funn'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable of a compound, but longer compounds can shift stress.
Syllables
sam — Open syllable, initial syllable, relatively simple structure.. funn — Closed syllable, stressed syllable, contains a geminate consonant.. stil — Closed syllable, contains a consonant cluster at the beginning.. stand — Closed syllable, final syllable, relatively simple structure.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are kept together at the beginning of a syllable.
Vowel Peak
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Sonority Sequencing
Syllables generally follow a sonority hierarchy.
- The geminate 'n' in 'funn' lengthens the vowel.
- Regional variations in vowel quality may exist.
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