sikkerhetsforskrift
Syllables
sik-ker-hets-fors-krift
Pronunciation
/ˈsɪkːəˌhɛtsfɔʂˈkɾɪft/
Stress
01010
Morphemes
sikker + forskrive + -hets/-t
The word 'sikkerhetsforskrift' is a compound noun syllabified according to Norwegian rules prioritizing maximizing onsets and avoiding syllable-final consonant clusters. Stress falls on the second syllable of each component. It consists of the root 'sikker' (safe) and 'forskrive' (to prescribe) with nominalizing suffixes.
Definitions
- 1
A set of rules or regulations designed to ensure safety.
Safety regulation
“Alle ansatte må følge sikkerhetsforskriftene.”
“Det er viktig å lese sikkerhetsforskriften før bruk.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable of 'sikkerhets-' and the second syllable of 'forskrift'. This is typical for Norwegian compound nouns.
Syllables
sik — Open syllable, onset consonant.. ker — Closed syllable, onset consonant.. hets — Closed syllable, onset consonant.. fors — Open syllable, onset consonant.. krift — Closed syllable, onset consonant.
Word Parts
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Maximizing Onsets
Prioritizing consonant clusters at the beginning of syllables.
Avoiding Syllable-Final Consonant Clusters
Breaking up consonant clusters to avoid ending a syllable with multiple consonants.
- The 'kk' cluster in 'sikkerhets' is treated as a single onset.
- The 'rs' cluster in 'forskrift' is treated as a single onset.
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