trafikkbelastning
Syllables
tra-fikk-be-last-ning
Pronunciation
/traˈfɪkːbɛˌlastnɪŋ/
Stress
01011
Morphemes
be- + trafikk + -lastning
The word 'trafikkbelastning' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: tra-fikk-be-last-ning. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('last'). The word consists of the prefix 'be-', the root 'trafikk', and the suffix '-lastning'. Syllable division follows onset maximization and vowel peak principles, typical of Norwegian phonology.
Definitions
- 1
Traffic congestion; a high level of traffic causing delays.
Traffic congestion
“Det er stor trafikkbelastning i Oslo i rushtiden.”
“Trafikkbelastningen øker om sommeren.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('last').
Syllables
tra — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster 'tr'.. fikk — Closed syllable, geminate consonant 'kk'.. be — Open syllable, prefix.. last — Open syllable, root.. ning — Closed syllable, suffix.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are retained in the onset of a syllable to maximize syllable weight.
Vowel Peak Principle
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Penultimate Stress
Primary stress generally falls on the second-to-last syllable in Norwegian words.
- Geminate consonants like 'kk' are treated as a single unit for syllable weighting.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist but do not significantly alter syllable division.
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