Syllabifying: meaning, definitions and examples

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syllabifying

 

[ sɪˈlæb.ɪ.faɪ.ɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

linguistics, phonetics

Syllabifying refers to the process of dividing a word into its constituent syllables. This is an important aspect of phonetics and linguistics, as it helps in understanding how words are pronounced and how they can be broken down for easier spelling and reading. Syllabification can vary between languages and can be influenced by phonetic rules and patterns. It plays a significant role in teaching reading and language acquisition.

Synonyms

syllable division, syllable separation.

Examples of usage

  • The teacher spent time syllabifying difficult words with the students.
  • Syllabifying 'banana' results in 'ba-na-na'.
  • The software specializes in syllabifying text for language learners.

Translations

Translations of the word "syllabifying" in other languages:

🇵🇹 silabificação

🇮🇳 वर्णन करना

🇩🇪 Silbentrennung

🇮🇩 silang

🇺🇦 складоутворення

🇵🇱 sylabifikacja

🇯🇵 音節化

🇫🇷 syllabification

🇪🇸 silabificación

🇹🇷 heceleme

🇰🇷 음절화

🇸🇦 تقسيم المقاطع

🇨🇿 slabičná

🇸🇰 sylabizácia

🇨🇳 音节划分

🇸🇮 silanizacija

🇮🇸 sérhlutun

🇰🇿 буынға бөлу

🇬🇪 სილაბიზაცია

🇦🇿 hecələmə

🇲🇽 silabificación

Etymology

The term 'syllabifying' derives from the root word 'syllable', which comes from the Latin 'syllaba' and the Greek 'syllabē', meaning 'a taking together'. In linguistic terms, syllables are units of organization for spoken language, made up of a vowel sound, with or without surrounding consonants. The practice of syllabifying words has a long history, dating back to ancient grammar schools where students learned to read and analyze texts. Over time, linguists have developed various models and theories to describe how syllabification occurs in different languages and dialects. The process is essential for understanding language structure and development, playing a crucial role in phonological studies.