About "bulimia"
How to Split "bulimia" into Syllables
The word bulimia is divided into 3 syllables: bu·li·mia. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- bu — 1st syllable
- li — 2nd syllable
- mia — 3rd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of bulimia:
- IPA: /bjuˈlimi.ə/
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📖 Definitions
- bulimia (countable and uncountable, plural bulimias)
- “bulimia”, in OneLook Dictionary Search.
📚 Word Origin & History
Learned borrowing from Ancient Greek βουλῑμῐ́ᾱ (boulīmĭ́ā, “ravenous hunger”), from βοῦς (boûs, “ox”) + λῑμός (līmós, “hunger, famine”) + -ῐ́ᾱ (-ĭ́ā, “-ia”). From Ancient Greek βουλιμία (boulimía). Internationalism, Learned borrowing from Ancient Greek βουλιμία (boulimía, “ravenous hunger”), from βοῦς (boûs, “cow, ox”) + λῑμός (līmós, “hunger”). Internationalism; compare English bulimia, French b...
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down bulimia 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 bulimia with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| bulimia | 3 | bu·li·mia |
| baloney | 3 | ba-lo-ney |
| Bellini | 3 | bel-li-ni |
| Belem | 2 | be-lem |
| bowline | 3 | bow-li-ne |
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