amaze

How to Split "amaze" into Syllables

The word amaze is divided into 3 syllables: a·ma·ze. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• a — 1st syllable
• ma — 2nd syllable
• ze — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of amaze:

• IPA: /əˈmeɪz/

📖 Definitions

1. amaze (third-person singular simple present amazes, present participle amazing, simple past and past participle amazed)
2. To fill (someone) with surprise and wonder; to astonish, to astound, to surprise. [from 16th c.]

📚 Word Origin & History

The verb is derived from Middle English *amasen, *amase (“to bewilder, perplex”) (attested chiefly in the past participle form, and thus often difficult to distinguish from amased (adjective)), from Old English āmasian (“to confuse, astonish”), from ā- (perfective prefix) + *masian (“to confound, confuse, perplex; to amaze”) (possibly ultimately from Proto-Indo-European *(s)meh₂- (“to beckon, signal”)). The English word is analysable as a- (intensifying prefix) +‎ maze (“...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
amaze	3	a·ma·ze
Aeneas	2	ae-neas
amok	2	a-mok
amass	2	a-mass
Angus	2	a-ngus

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AMA, Amado, Amaru, amass, Amati, Amalia, Amanda, amazed.