selvovervinning
The word 'selvovervinning' is a compound noun syllabified as selv-o-ver-vin-ning, with stress on the second syllable. It's formed from the prefix 'selv-', root 'over-vinn', and suffix '-ing'. The 'rv' cluster is treated as a complex onset. Syllabification follows onset maximization and vowel centering rules, with compound word stress influencing the stress pattern.
Definitions
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The act of overcoming oneself; self-mastery; self-conquest.
Self-overcoming, self-mastery
“Selvovervinning er nøkkelen til suksess.”
“Hun viste stor selvovervinning i vanskelige tider.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('o'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but compound words often shift the stress to the second element.
Syllables
selv — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. o — Open syllable, stressed.. ver — Closed syllable, complex onset.. vin — Closed syllable, geminate consonant.. ning — Closed syllable, final consonant cluster.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Norwegian prefers to maximize consonant clusters in the onset of a syllable, as seen in 'selv-' and 'over-'.
Vowel Centering
Each syllable must contain a vowel.
Compound Word Stress
Compound words often stress the second element.
- The 'rv' cluster is a potential point of variation in pronunciation, with some speakers potentially reducing the 'r' sound slightly.
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