About "agree"
How to Split "agree" into Syllables
The word agree is divided into 2 syllables: a·gree. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- a — 1st syllable
- gree — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of agree:
- IPA: /əˈɡɹiː/
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📖 Definitions
- agree (third-person singular simple present agrees, present participle agreeing, simple past and past participle agreed)
- This is a catenative verb that takes the to infinitive. See Appendix:English catenative verbs
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle English agreen, from Old French agreer (“to accept or receive kindly”), from a gré (“favorably”), from Latin ad (“to”) + gratum (“pleasing”), ultimately from Proto-Indo-European *gʷerH- (“to welcome, greet, praise”). From Middle English agreen, from Old French agreer. From Middle English agre, from Old French a gre.
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down agree 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 agree with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| agree | 2 | a·gree |
| accuser | 3 | ac-cus-er |
| augur | 2 | au-gur |
| augury | 3 | au-gu-ry |
| agar | 2 | a-gar |
🔗 Related Words
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Agra, Agrippa, aground, agrarian, agreeing, Agricola, agronomy, agreeable.