At

How to Split "At" into Syllables

The word At is divided into 1 syllables: at. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• at — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of At:

• IPA: /æt/

📖 Definitions

1. In, near, or in the general vicinity of (a particular place).
2. Hirtius and Pansa, who were good men and admirers of Cicero, begged him not to desert them, and undertook to put down Antony if Cicero would remain at Rome.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English at, from Old English æt (“at, near, by, toward”), from Proto-Germanic *at (“at, near, to”), from Proto-Indo-European *h₂éd (“near, at”). Cognate with Scots at (“at”), North Frisian äät, äit, et, it (“at”), Danish at (“to”), Swedish åt (“for, toward”), Norwegian åt (“to”), Faroese at (“at, to, toward”), Icelandic að (“to, towards”), Gothic 𐌰𐍄 (at, “at”), Latin ad (“to, near”). Borrowed from Ottoman Turkish آت (a...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down At into syllables helps with:

• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
• Improved spelling — Breaking words into chunks makes them easier to remember and write
• Reading fluency — Recognizing syllable patterns speeds up reading comprehension
• Poetry and lyrics — Syllable counting is essential for meter and rhythm
• Language learning — Non-native speakers benefit from syllable awareness

📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare At with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
At	1	at
Audi	2	au-di
aid	1	aid
ADD	1	add
adieu	2	a-dieu

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to At:

ate, ATM, ATP, ATV, atom, atop, attn, atty.