transakssjonsomkostning
Syllables
trans-aks-sjons-om-kost-ning
Pronunciation
/tranˈsɑksjɔnsɔmkɔstniŋ/
Stress
010000
Morphemes
trans- + aksjons- + -ning
The word 'transaksjonsomkostning' is a compound noun divided into six syllables: trans-aks-sjons-om-kost-ning. Primary stress falls on 'aks'. The division follows Norwegian rules of maximizing onsets and vowel-initial syllable separation. It's morphologically composed of a Latin prefix, a root derived from 'action', a Germanic prefix, a root meaning 'cost', and a noun-forming suffix.
Definitions
- 1
The costs incurred in making an economic exchange.
Transaction cost
“Høye transaksjonsomkostninger kan redusere fortjenesten.”
“Vi må minimere transaksjonsomkostningene.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('aks'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but compound words often shift the stress to the second element.
Syllables
trans — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster.. aks — Closed syllable, onset consonant cluster, primary stress.. sjons — Closed syllable, complex onset.. om — Open syllable.. kost — Closed syllable.. ning — Closed syllable, nasal ending.
Word Parts
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Maximizing Onsets
Prioritizing consonant clusters at the beginning of syllables.
Vowel-Initial Syllables
Syllables beginning with vowels are separated.
Syllable-Final Consonants
Consonants at the end of syllables are retained.
Stress Rule
Primary stress on the second element in compound words.
- The /sj/ consonant cluster is a common feature of Norwegian phonology. The length of the word and multiple consonant clusters require careful application of the onset maximization rule.
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