bondage

How to Split "bondage" into Syllables

The word bondage is divided into 3 syllables: bon·da·ge. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• bon — 1st syllable
• da — 2nd syllable
• ge — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of bondage:

• IPA: /ˈbɒn.dɪd͡ʒ/

📖 Definitions

1. bondage (countable and uncountable, plural bondages)
2. The state of being enslaved or the practice of slavery.

📚 Word Origin & History

Inherited from Middle English bondage (“serfdom”), from British Medieval Latin bondagium (“an inferior tenure held by a bond or husbandman”), from Middle English bond (“tenant farmer, serf”), from Old English bonda (“householder, husband, head of a family”), of Old Norse origin. Sense development influenced by the unrelated terms bond and bind. Borrowed from English bondage.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
bondage	3	bon·da·ge
bounteous	2	bount-eous
boondocks's	2	boon-docks's
bandage	3	ban-da-ge
boondocks	2	boon-docks

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to bondage:

Bond, bone, bong, bonk, Bonn, Bono, bony, bonce.