analog

How to Split "analog" into Syllables

The word analog is divided into 3 syllables: a·na·log. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• a — 1st syllable
• na — 2nd syllable
• log — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of analog:

• IPA: /ˈæn.ə.lɒɡ/

📖 Definitions

1. Not relating to, or pre-dating, digital technology such as computers and the Internet; relating to real life.
2. In American English, analog is the preferred spelling for the adjective (e.g., analog signal), while analogue is often used as the noun form (e.g., meat analogue), especially in literary or comparative contexts.

📚 Word Origin & History

First attested in the early 19th century; from French analogue, from Ancient Greek ἀνάλογος (análogos, “proportionate”), from ἀνά (aná, “up to”) + λόγος (lógos, “ratio”). Equivalent to ana- (“functionally similar”) +‎ -log. From Ancient Greek ἀνάλογος (análogos). Equivalent to ana- +‎ -log. Borrowed from French analogue. From Dutch analoog, from French analogue or German analog, from Latin analogus, from Ancient Greek ἀνάλογος (análogo...

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• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare analog with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
analog	3	a·na·log
amylase	4	a-my-la-se
analogy	4	a-na-lo-gy
analogous	4	a-na-log-ous
annulus	3	an-nu-lus

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