agriculture

How to Split "agriculture" into Syllables

The word agriculture is divided into 5 syllables: a·gri·cul·tu·re. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• a — 1st syllable
• gri — 2nd syllable
• cul — 3rd syllable
• tu — 4th syllable
• re — 5th syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of agriculture:

• IPA: /ˈæɡɹɪˌkʌltʃɚ/

📖 Definitions

1. agriculture (countable and uncountable, plural agricultures)
2. The art or science of cultivating the ground, including the harvesting of crops, and the rearing and management of livestock.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English agriculture, partly from Middle French agriculture and partly from its etymon Latin agricultūra, from ager (“field”) + cultūra (“cultivation”). See acre and culture. From agri- +‎ culture, or borrowed from Latin agricultūra.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down agriculture 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

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