utstillingsplass
The word 'utstillingsplass' is a compound noun divided into four syllables: ut-still-ings-plass. Stress falls on the second syllable ('still'). The word is composed of a prefix ('ut'), a root ('still'), a suffix ('ings'), and another root ('plass'). Syllable division follows the principles of onset maximization and vowel peak.
Definitions
- 1
An area or ground used for exhibitions, fairs, or shows.
Exhibition ground, fairground, showground
“Vi møttes på utstillingsplassen.”
“Utstillingsplassen var full av folk.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('still'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable of a compound noun, but in longer compounds, stress can shift.
Syllables
ut — Open syllable, initial syllable.. still — Closed syllable, stressed syllable.. ings — Closed syllable, contains a nasal consonant.. plass — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are generally kept together at the beginning of a syllable.
Vowel Peak
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Sonority Sequencing
Syllables follow a sonority hierarchy (vowels are more sonorous than consonants).
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation might occur, but syllable division remains consistent.
- The length of the consonant clusters in 'utstillingsplass' is a notable feature.
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