sekstenmeterstrek
The word 'sekstenmeterstrek' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: sek-sten-me-ter-strek. Stress falls on the first syllable ('sek-'). The division follows Norwegian rules of onset maximization and vowel peak, accommodating consonant clusters. It's composed of the numeral 'seksten', the unit 'meter', and the noun 'strek'.
Definitions
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A stretch or line measuring sixteen meters in length.
Sixteen-meter stretch/line
“Svømmeren svømte et sekstenmeterstrek på under 20 sekunder.”
“Malerne malte et sekstenmeterstrek langs veggen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('sek-'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable of a word, and in compound words, the first element receives the primary stress.
Syllables
sek — Open syllable, stressed.. sten — Closed syllable, unstressed.. me — Open syllable, unstressed.. ter — Closed syllable, unstressed.. strek — Closed syllable, unstressed.
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters (e.g., 'str-' in 'strek') are maintained as part of the syllable onset.
Vowel Peak
Each syllable contains a vowel sound, forming the syllable nucleus.
Sonority Sequencing
Syllable structure adheres to sonority sequencing principles, with sounds increasing in sonority towards the vowel.
- Norwegian allows for complex consonant clusters, which influence syllable division.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist but do not typically alter syllable boundaries.
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