straffeforfølgning
Syllables
straf-fe-for-føl-gning
Pronunciation
/ˈstrɑfːəˌfɔɾˈfølŋɪŋ/
Stress
00101
Morphemes
for- + straffe- + -eforfølgning
The word 'straffeforfølgning' is a complex Norwegian noun meaning 'prosecution'. It's divided into five syllables: straf-fe-for-føl-gning, with primary stress on the penult. The division follows Norwegian rules of maximizing onsets and respecting vowel-consonant boundaries. It's a compound word with Old Norse roots.
Definitions
- 1
Prosecution, legal proceedings to punish someone for a crime.
Prosecution
“Straffeforfølgningen ble igangsatt etter politirapporten.”
“Han frykter straffeforfølgning for sine handlinger.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penult syllable ('for-føl-**gning**').
Syllables
straf — Open syllable, consonant cluster onset.. fe — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. for — Open syllable, consonant followed by vowel.. føl — Open syllable, consonant followed by vowel.. gning — Closed syllable, consonant cluster coda.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally maintained at the beginning of syllables.
Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are often divided between vowels and consonants.
- Geminate consonants (like /fː/) are common in Norwegian and don't affect syllable division.
- Regional variations in pronunciation may affect vowel or consonant realization but not the core syllable division.
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