How Do You Spell SYLLABLE?

Pronunciation: [sˈɪləbə͡l] (IPA)

Syllable is a word that describes a unit of sound that forms a word or part of a word. It has three syllables: /ˈsɪ.lə.bəl/. The first syllable is pronounced as "si" with the "s" sound, the "i" with a short "i" sound, and the "l" with a "l" sound. The second syllable is pronounced as "la" with a short "u" sound, and the last syllable is pronounced as "ble" with a "b" sound, a short "u" sound, and an "l" sound. It's important to spell the word correctly because it affects pronunciation and understanding.

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SYLLABLE Meaning and Definition

  1. A syllable is a fundamental unit of spoken language that comprises a single uninterrupted sound, either a vowel sound or a combination of a vowel and consonant sounds. It represents a distinct beat or unit of sound in a word or phrase. In simple terms, a syllable is the basic building block of pronunciation.

    A syllable typically consists of a vowel sound, which forms the nucleus of the syllable, along with any consonant sounds that may be present. However, in some cases, a syllable can also consist solely of a single consonant sound, which is known as a closed syllable.

    The identification and division of syllables in words helps in understanding and pronouncing words correctly. For example, the word "apple" contains two syllables: "ap-" and "-ple." Similarly, the word "elephant" contains three syllables: "el-", "-e-" and "-phant." The number of syllables in a word can affect the rhythm, timing, and emphasis of its pronunciation.

    Syllables hold significance in various aspects of language, including meter, poetry, and phonetics. They are crucial in providing structure and cadence to spoken language, aiding in proper articulation and understanding. By recognizing and manipulating syllables, individuals can greatly improve their pronunciation skills and overall linguistic competence.

  2. As much of a word as can be uttered distinctly by one effort of the voice; a word.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of SYLLABLE

The word "syllable" originated from Late Latin "syllaba", which came from Greek "sullabē", meaning "part of a word". It was further derived from the Greek "syn-" meaning "together" and "lambanein" meaning "to take". Hence, "syllable" essentially means "taken together", referring to the unit of sound in a word that is uttered together.

Idioms with the word SYLLABLE

  • in words of one syllable The idiom "in words of one syllable" means to explain or speak in a simple and easy-to-understand manner. It refers to using short and straightforward words to ensure clear communication without any complexity or confusion.

Similar spelling words for SYLLABLE

Plural form of SYLLABLE is SYLLABLES

Conjugate verb Syllable

CONDITIONAL

I would syllable
you would syllable
he/she/it would syllable
we would syllable
they would syllable

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be syllabling
you would be syllabling
he/she/it would be syllabling
we would be syllabling
they would be syllabling

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have syllable
you would have syllable
he/she/it would have syllable
we would have syllable
they would have syllable

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been syllabling
you would have been syllabling
he/she/it would have been syllabling
we would have been syllabling
they would have been syllabling

FUTURE

I will syllable
you will syllable
he/she/it will syllable
we will syllable
they will syllable

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be syllabling
you will be syllabling
he/she/it will be syllabling
we will be syllabling
they will be syllabling

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have syllabled
you will have syllabled
he/she/it will have syllabled
we will have syllabled
they will have syllabled

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been syllabling
you will have been syllabling
he/she/it will have been syllabling
we will have been syllabling
they will have been syllabling

IMPERATIVE

you syllable
we let´s syllable

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to syllable

PAST

I syllabled
you syllabled
he/she/it syllabled
we syllabled
they syllabled

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was syllabling
you were syllabling
he/she/it was syllabling
we were syllabling
they were syllabling

PAST PARTICIPLE

syllabled

PAST PERFECT

I had syllabled
you had syllabled
he/she/it had syllabled
we had syllabled
they had syllabled

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been syllabling
you had been syllabling
he/she/it had been syllabling
we had been syllabling
they had been syllabling

PRESENT

I syllable
you syllable
he/she/it syllables
we syllable
they syllable

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am syllabling
you are syllabling
he/she/it is syllabling
we are syllabling
they are syllabling

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

syllabling

PRESENT PERFECT

I have syllabled
you have syllabled
he/she/it has syllabled
we have syllabled
they have syllabled

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been syllabling
you have been syllabling
he/she/it has been syllabling
we have been syllabling
they have been syllabling

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