call

How to Split "call" into Syllables

The word call is divided into 1 syllables: call. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• call — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of call:

• IPA: /kɔːl/

📖 Definitions

1. call (third-person singular simple present calls, present participle calling, simple past and past participle called or (archaic) call'd)
2. "Supper's ready," called Dad from the kitchen.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English callen, from Old English ċeallian (“to call, shout”) and Old Norse kalla (“to call; shout; refer to as; name”); both from Proto-Germanic *kalzōną (“to call, shout”), from Proto-Indo-European *golH-so- (“voice, cry”), from *gel(H)- (“to vocalize, call, shout”). A truncation of callok. Inherited from Latin callis (“alley, narrow street, passageway”). Compare Spanish calle (“street”). Inherited from Latin callum. Borrowed from Hebrew קָהָל (qa...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
call	1	call
Cecil	2	ce-cil
Cecilia	3	ce-ci-lia
claw	1	claw
coulee	2	cou-lee

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to call:

cal, calf, Cali, calk, calm, Caleb, Calif, calla.