velferdsbygning
The word 'velferdsbygning' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: vel-ferd-s-byg-ning. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable. It consists of the roots 'velferd' and 'bygning' connected by a linking 's'. Syllable division follows Norwegian rules maximizing onsets and requiring a vowel nucleus in each syllable.
Definitions
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A building dedicated to welfare services.
Welfare building
“Den nye velferdsbygningen skal stå ferdig neste år.”
“Kommunen planlegger å bygge en velferdsbygning i sentrum.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('byg').
Syllables
vel — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. ferd — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.. s — Syllable consisting of a single consonant, linking morpheme.. byg — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.. ning — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.
Similar Words
Maximize Onsets
Norwegian favors placing consonants at the beginning of syllables.
Vowel Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable.
- The 'd' in 'velferd' can be reduced or elided in colloquial speech.
- The linking 's' often forms a minimal syllable.
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