SYLLABLE Meaning and
Definition
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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.
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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.
Top Common Misspellings for SYLLABLE *
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Other Common Misspellings for SYLLABLE
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
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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
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
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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