athletic

Syllables:
athle·tic
2 syllables
athletic in syllables

About "athletic"

Syllables
2
Letters
8
Language
EN

How to Split "athletic" into Syllables

The word athletic is divided into 2 syllables: athle·tic. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • athle — 1st syllable
  • tic — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of athletic:

  • IPA: /æθˈlɛt.ɪk/

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📖 Definitions

  1. athletic (comparative more athletic, superlative most athletic)
  2. Having a muscular, well developed body, being in shape.

📚 Word Origin & History

Borrowed from Middle French athletique and Latin āthlēticus, from Ancient Greek ἀθλητικός (athlētikós, “relating to an athlete”), from ἀθλητής (athlētḗs, “athlete”): equivalent to athlete +‎ -ic. For more, see athlete. The Super Mario sense is effectively a reborrowing of Japanese アスレチック (asurechikku, “obstacle course”), originally borrowed from English athletic; this sense was itself originally a clipping of the genericized wasei eigo trademark...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down athletic 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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Frequently Asked Questions About "athletic"

How many syllables does "athletic" have?

athletic has 2 syllables: athle·tic. The word is divided into 2 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "athletic"?

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

How do you pronounce "athletic"?

athletic is pronounced as /æθˈlɛt.ɪk/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: athle·tic.

Is "athletic" easy to spell?

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

Why learn to divide "athletic" 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.