About "Sui"
How to Split "Sui" into Syllables
The word Sui is divided into 1 syllables: sui. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- sui — 1st syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of Sui:
- IPA: /sui/
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📖 Definitions
- sui (countable and uncountable, plural suis)
- present active indicative connegative
📚 Word Origin & History
Abbreviation of English Suki. From Proto-Central Pacific *sui, from Proto-Oceanic *ruʀi, from Proto-Malayo-Polynesian *duʀi, from Proto-Austronesian *duʀi. Cognate with Indonesian duri, Malagasy rui, Acehnese duroë (“thorn”), Kosraean sri. From su + -i. Inherited from Proto-Hmong-Mien *suj (“sour”). Cognate with Western Xiangxi Miao [Fenghuang] xob. From Proto-Indo-European *swé. Cognates include Ancient Greek ἕ (hé), Sanskrit स्वतः (svataḥ), and perhaps Old Engli...
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down Sui 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 Sui with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Sui | 1 | sui |
| sough | 1 | sough |
| siege | 2 | sie-ge |
| Sask | 1 | sask |
| SOs | 1 | sos |
🔗 Related Words
Explore syllable divisions of words related to Sui:
suit, suite, suitor, suicide, suiting, suicidal, suitable, suitcase.