utredningsavdeling
Syllables
ut-red-nings-av-del-ing
Pronunciation
/ʉtˈrɛdnɪŋsˌavdɛlɪŋ/
Stress
010000
Morphemes
ut- + rednings- + avdeling
The word 'utredningsavdeling' is a compound noun divided into six syllables: ut-red-nings-av-del-ing. Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('red'). The division follows Norwegian rules prioritizing maximizing onsets and vowel-centric syllables. It consists of a prefix, root, and suffix of Old Norse origin.
Definitions
- 1
A department responsible for investigations.
Investigation department
“Hun jobber i en utredningsavdeling.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('red').
Syllables
ut — Open syllable, initial syllable.. red — Closed syllable, primary stressed syllable.. nings — Closed syllable, contains 'ng' cluster.. av — Open syllable, prefix.. del — Open syllable, part of the root.. ing — Closed syllable, suffix, contains 'ng' cluster.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Maximize Onsets
Norwegian prefers to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel-Centric Syllables
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Stress Placement
Stress generally falls on the first syllable, but shifts in compounds.
- The 'd' in 'avdeling' can be devoiced in some dialects, but this doesn't affect the syllable division.
- The compound structure influences stress placement.
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