arbetslöshetsavgifter
Syllables
ar-bets-lö-she-tsa-vgif-ter
Pronunciation
/ˈarːbɛtsˈløːʃɛtsˈavɡɪftɛr/
Stress
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Morphemes
arbets- + löshet + avgifter
The word 'arbetslöshetsavgifter' is a compound noun divided into seven syllables: ar-bets-lö-she-tsa-vgif-ter. The primary stress falls on 'lö'. It's composed of the prefix 'arbets-', the root 'löshet', and the suffix 'avgifter'. Syllabification follows Swedish rules favoring open syllables and preserving consonant clusters.
Definitions
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Unemployment contribution fees
Unemployment contribution fees
“Arbetslöshetsavgifterna finansierar arbetslöshetskassan.”
“Företagen betalar arbetslöshetsavgifter för sina anställda.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('lö'). Swedish stress is generally on the first syllable, but shifts in compounds.
Syllables
ar — Open syllable, initial syllable.. bets — Closed syllable, contains a consonant cluster.. lö — Open, stressed syllable. Long vowel.. she — Open syllable.. tsa — Closed syllable, contains a consonant cluster.. vgif — Closed syllable, contains a consonant cluster.. ter — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
arbets-
Derived from 'arbete' (work), Proto-Germanic origin, denotes relation to work.
löshet
Derived from 'lös' (loose, free) + '-het' (nominalizing suffix), Germanic origin, denotes a state of being without employment.
avgifter
Derived from 'avgift' (fee, charge), Germanic origin, indicates a fee or charge.
Similar Words
Open Syllable Preference
Swedish favors syllables ending in vowels.
Consonant Cluster Preservation
Consonant clusters are generally kept together.
Compound Word Stress
Stress often falls on the second element in compound words.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation.
- Vowel length is important for pronunciation.
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