cannabis

How to Split "cannabis" into Syllables

The word cannabis is divided into 3 syllables: can·na·bis. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• can — 1st syllable
• na — 2nd syllable
• bis — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of cannabis:

• IPA: /ˈkænəbɪs/

📖 Definitions

1. cannabis (countable and uncountable, plural cannabises)
2. A tall annual dioecious plant (Cannabis, especially Cannabis sativa), native to central Asia and having alternate, palmately divided leaves and tough bast fibers.

📚 Word Origin & History

Borrowed from Latin cannabis (“hemp”), from Ancient Greek κάνναβις (kánnabis). See there for more. Doublet of canvas and hemp. Borrowed from Latin cannabis, from Ancient Greek κάννᾰβῐς (kánnăbĭs). Borrowed from Latin cannabis, itself a borrowing from Ancient Greek κάνναβις (kánnabis). Doublet of chanvre. From Ancient Greek κάνναβις (kánnabis). See there for more. See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form. See the etymology of the correspondin...

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Understanding how to break down cannabis into syllables helps with:

• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare cannabis with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
cannabis	3	can·na·bis
Compaq	2	com-paq
comeback	3	co-me-back
convoke	3	con-vo-ke
compos	2	com-pos

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to cannabis:

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