Pierce

How to Split "Pierce" into Syllables

The word Pierce is divided into 2 syllables: pier·ce. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• pier — 1st syllable
• ce — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of Pierce:

• IPA: /pɪɹs/

📖 Definitions

1. pierce (third-person singular simple present pierces, present participle piercing, simple past and past participle pierced)
2. Peirce, piecer, recipe, recipé

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English perce, from conjugated forms of Old French percier such as (jeo) pierce (“I pierce”), probably from Vulgar Latin *pertūsiō, from Latin pertūsus, past participle of pertundō (“thrust or bore through”), from per- (“through”) + tundō (“beat, pound”). Displaced native Old English þȳrlian (literally “to hole”). Borrowed from Japanese ピアス (piasu, “pierced earring”), itself from English pierce.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down Pierce 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 Pierce with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
Pierce	2	pier·ce
phrase	2	phra-se
Prussia	2	prus-sia
peerage	3	pee-ra-ge
parch	1	parch

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to Pierce:

pie, pier, piece, piety, Pierre, piebald, piecing, piercer.