selvforherligelselse
Syllables
selv-for-her-li-ge-lse-lse
Pronunciation
/sɛlvfɔrˈhæːrlɪɡɛlsə/
Stress
0000011
Morphemes
selv + herlig + else
The word 'selvforherligelse' is a complex Norwegian noun composed of a prefix, root, and suffix. It is divided into seven syllables with primary stress on the penult. Syllabification follows the principle of maximizing onsets and ensuring each syllable contains a vowel. The word means 'self-glorification'.
Definitions
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penult syllable ('her').
Syllables
selv — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonants.. for — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonants.. her — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonants.. li — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonants.. ge — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonants.. lse — Closed syllable, consonant cluster followed by vowel.. lse — Closed syllable, consonant cluster followed by vowel.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally kept together at the beginning of a syllable.
Vowel as Syllable Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
- The 'lv' and 'rs' clusters are common and do not pose significant challenges.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist but do not affect core syllabification.
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