verdensutstilling
Syllables
ver-dens-ut-stil-ling
Pronunciation
/ˈvɛrdənˌsʉtˌstɪlːɪŋ/
Stress
10001
Morphemes
verdens- + ut- + stilling
The word 'verdensutstilling' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: ver-dens-ut-stil-ling. Stress falls on the second syllable. The division follows Norwegian rules of maximizing onsets and codas, with consideration for potential elision of the 'd' in 'verdens'.
Definitions
- 1
A world exhibition; a large-scale international event showcasing achievements in culture, technology, and industry.
World exhibition
“Vi besøkte verdensutstillingen i Shanghai.”
“Verdensutstillingen var en stor suksess.”
syn:Verdensmesse
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('dens'). Norwegian generally stresses the penult in words of this length.
Syllables
ver — Open syllable, initial consonant.. dens — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. ut — Open syllable, initial consonant.. stil — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. ling — Closed syllable, final consonant.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Prioritizing consonant clusters at the beginning of syllables.
Coda Maximization
Allowing for consonant clusters at the end of syllables, within phonotactic constraints.
Vowel Centering
Each syllable must contain a vowel.
- The 'd' in 'verdens' is often reduced or elided in rapid speech.
- Norwegian allows for some variation in syllable division, particularly in compound words.
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