skrekkinnjagende
Syllables
skrekk-inn-jag-en-de
Pronunciation
/ˈskrɛkːɪnˌjɑːɡən̪de/
Stress
01000
Morphemes
skrekk + innjag + ende
The word 'skrekkinnjagende' is an adjective meaning 'frightening'. It's divided into five syllables: skrekk-inn-jag-en-de, with stress on the second syllable ('inn'). The word is morphologically complex, consisting of a prefix, root, and suffix. Syllable division follows Norwegian rules of onset maximization and vowel peak principle.
Definitions
- 1
Causing great fear or terror.
Frightening, terrifying
“En skrekkinnjagende film.”
“Han opplevde en skrekkinnjagende natt.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('inn'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but compounding and length of the first syllable shift the stress.
Syllables
skrekk — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster. Contains a long vowel.. inn — Closed syllable, stressed syllable. Contains a short vowel.. jag — Closed syllable, contains a long vowel.. en — Open syllable, reduced vowel.. de — Open syllable, contains a short vowel.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are included in the onset of the syllable whenever possible (e.g., 'skr' in 'skrekk').
Vowel Peak Principle
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Resolution
When consonant clusters are too complex for a single onset, they are broken up to create valid syllables.
- The 'nn' cluster in 'inn' is treated as part of the syllable due to the following vowel.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist, but do not significantly alter the syllable division.
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