voksenopplæringslov
Syllables
vok-sen-op-plæ-rings-lov
Pronunciation
/ˈvɔksənˌɔpːlɛːrɪŋsˌlɔv/
Stress
100000
Morphemes
opp + voksen/lærings + lov
The word 'voksenopplæringslov' is a compound noun divided into six syllables: vok-sen-op-plæ-rings-lov. Stress falls on the first syllable. It's composed of the roots 'voksen' and 'lærings', the prefix 'opp', and the suffix 'lov'. Syllabification follows Norwegian rules of onset maximization and vowel sequencing.
Definitions
- 1
The law governing adult education in Norway.
Adult Education Act
“Den nye voksenopplæringsloven trådte i kraft i år.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('vok'). Norwegian stress is generally predictable, falling on the first of two syllables, and in compounds, often on the first element.
Syllables
vok — Open syllable, stressed.. sen — Open syllable, unstressed.. op — Open syllable, unstressed.. plæ — Open syllable, unstressed.. rings — Closed syllable, unstressed.. lov — Open syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Norwegian prefers to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel Sequencing
Each vowel generally forms the nucleus of its own syllable.
Avoidance of Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not typically left at the end of a syllable without a following vowel.
- The double 'p' in 'opplærings' can sometimes lead to slight pronunciation variations, but doesn't affect syllabification.
- Regional dialects might exhibit minor differences in vowel quality.
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