videoforretning
Syllables
vi-de-o-for-ret-ning
Pronunciation
/ˈviːdeːɔfɔrˈretniŋ/
Stress
000101
Morphemes
video + forretning
The Norwegian word 'videoforretning' is a compound noun meaning 'video business'. It is divided into six syllables: vi-de-o-for-ret-ning, with primary stress on the penultimate syllable. The word consists of the prefix 'video' and the root 'forretning'. Syllable division follows the sonority sequencing principle and allows for consonant clusters in the onset and coda.
Definitions
- 1
A business that deals with videos (renting, selling, production, etc.).
Video business, video store
“Han eier en videoforretning i sentrum.”
“Vi leide filmen fra videoforretningen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('ret').
Syllables
vi — Open syllable, long vowel.. de — Open syllable, long vowel.. o — Open syllable, short vowel.. for — Open syllable, short vowel.. ret — Closed syllable, short vowel.. ning — Closed syllable, short vowel.
Word Parts
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Sonority Sequencing Principle
Syllables are formed around a sonority peak (vowel).
Onset-Rime Structure
Syllables are divided into onset (initial consonants) and rime (vowel and following consonants).
Vowel Lengthening
Long vowels often form syllable nuclei on their own.
Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters are allowed in the onset and coda, but are subject to phonotactic constraints.
- The vowel /ɔ/ is a central vowel, common in Norwegian.
- The length of the vowels is crucial for correct pronunciation.
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