samvettsekteskap
Syllables
sam-vetts-ek-tes-kap
Pronunciation
/ˈsɑmˌvɛtːsˌɛkːtəsˌkɑp/
Stress
00100
Morphemes
sam + vett + sekteskap
The word 'samvettsekteskap' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: sam-vetts-ek-tes-kap. Stress falls on the third syllable ('ek'). Syllable division follows Norwegian rules prioritizing onsets and CV/CVC structures. The word consists of a prefix 'sam-', a root 'vett-', and a compound suffix 'sekteskap'.
Definitions
- 1
An arranged marriage, typically one based on family or social considerations rather than romantic love.
Arranged marriage
“Samvettsekteskap var vanlig i mange kulturer før.”
“Hun ble tvunget inn i et samvettsekteskap.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('ek'). The first, second, fourth and fifth syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
sam — Open syllable, CV structure.. vetts — Closed syllable, CVC structure with geminate consonant.. ek — Closed syllable, VC structure following a consonant cluster.. tes — Open syllable, CV structure.. kap — Closed syllable, CVC structure.
Word Parts
Maximize Onsets
Syllable division prioritizes placing consonants at the beginning of syllables whenever possible.
CV/CVC Structure
Syllables generally follow a Consonant-Vowel (CV) or Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (CVC) structure.
- Geminate consonants (doubled consonants) are common in Norwegian and affect syllable weight.
- Regional variations in vowel quality may exist but do not significantly alter syllable division.
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