sikkerhetssystem
The word 'sikkerhetssystem' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: sik-ker-hets-sys-tem. Stress falls on the second syllable. It's formed from the root 'sikker' (safe) with the nominalizing suffix '-het' and the root 'system'. Syllable division follows onset maximization and vowel break rules.
Definitions
- 1
A system designed to ensure security.
Security system
“Bedriften investerte i et nytt sikkerhetssystem.”
“Sikkerhetssystemet ble hacket.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('ker'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but compound words can shift stress to the second element.
Syllables
sik — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster 'sk'. ker — Closed syllable, vowel 'e' followed by 'r'. hets — Closed syllable, vowel 'e' followed by 'ts'. sys — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster 'sy'. tem — Closed syllable, vowel 'e' followed by 'm'
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are kept together in the onset of a syllable (e.g., 'sk' in 'sikker').
Vowel Break
Syllables are typically divided after vowels (e.g., 'sik-ker').
Compound Word Stress
Stress can shift to the second element in some compound words.
- The 'kj' digraph is pronounced as /k/.
- The 'r' sound is alveolar and can be slightly reduced in unstressed syllables.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist.
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