anger

Syllables:
ang·er
2 syllables
anger in syllables

About "anger"

Syllables
2
Letters
5
Language
EN

How to Split "anger" into Syllables

The word anger is divided into 2 syllables: ang·er. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • ang — 1st syllable
  • er — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of anger:

  • IPA: /ˈæŋɡə(ɹ)/

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📖 Definitions

  1. anger (countable and uncountable, plural angers)
  2. A strong and unpleasant feeling of displeasure, hostility, or antagonism towards someone or something, usually combined with an urge to yell, say curse words, and/or physically harm or cause damage or destruction to things or attack or assault living beings, often stemming from perceived provocation, hurt, threat, insults, or unfair or unjust treatment, or a situation not going the way one had desired or planned.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English anger (“grief, pain, trouble, affliction, vexation, sorrow, wrath”), from Old Norse angr, ǫngr (“affliction, sorrow”) (compare Old Norse ang, ǫng (“troubled”)), from Proto-Germanic *angazaz (“grief, sorrow”), from Proto-Indo-European *h₂enǵʰ- (“narrow, tied together”). Cognate with Danish anger (“regret, remorse”), Norwegian Bokmål anger (“regret, remorse”), Swedish ånger (“regret”), Icelandic angur (“trouble”), Old English ange, en...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word Syllables Division
anger 2 ang·er
Ankara 3 an-ka-ra
anchor 1 anchor
answer 2 answ-er
angry 1 angry

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to anger:

angel, Angie, angle, Anglo, angry, angst, Angus, Angara.

Frequently Asked Questions About "anger"

How many syllables does "anger" have?

anger has 2 syllables: ang·er. The word is divided into 2 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "anger"?

The stress is on the first syllable: ang. This means you emphasize the "ang" part when pronouncing anger.

How do you pronounce "anger"?

anger is pronounced as /ˈæŋɡə(ɹ)/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: ang·er.

Is "anger" easy to spell?

Breaking anger into syllables helps with spelling: ang·er. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Why learn to divide "anger" into syllables?

Learning syllable division helps with correct pronunciation, improved spelling, better reading fluency, and is useful for poetry and lyric writing where syllable counting matters. It's especially helpful for language learners.