sensasjonshunger
Syllables
sen-sa-sjons-hun-ger
Pronunciation
/sɛn.saˈʃoːn.hʊŋ.ɡər/
Stress
10000
Morphemes
sensasjon + shunger
“Sensasjonshunger” is a Norwegian compound noun meaning “sensation-seeking.” It's divided into five syllables: sen-sa-sjons-hun-ger, with primary stress on the first syllable. The word is derived from French and Old Norse roots. Syllable division follows the principle of maximizing onsets and vowel-initial syllables.
Definitions
- 1
A strong desire for exciting or thrilling experiences; a craving for sensation.
Sensation-seeking, thrill-seeking
“Han hadde en sterk sensasjonshunger.”
“Ekstremsport er ofte drevet av sensasjonshunger.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('sen').
Syllables
sen — Open syllable, vowel-final.. sa — Open syllable, vowel-final.. sjons — Closed syllable, consonant-final, with 'sj' cluster.. hun — Open syllable, vowel-final.. ger — Closed syllable, consonant-final.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Norwegian syllable division prefers to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel-Initial Syllables
Syllables generally begin with a vowel unless a consonant cluster allows for a more complex onset.
Consonant Clusters
Common consonant clusters (like 'sj') are treated as single onset units.
- The 'h' in 'hunger' is pronounced.
- The compound nature of the word influences the stress pattern.
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