canvass

How to Split "canvass" into Syllables

The word canvass is divided into 2 syllables: can·vass. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• can — 1st syllable
• vass — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of canvass:

• IPA: /ˈkænvəs/

📖 Definitions

1. canvass (third-person singular simple present canvasses, present participle canvassing, simple past and past participle canvassed)
2. To thoroughly examine or investigate (something) physically or by discussion; to debate, to gather opinion, to scrutinize.

📚 Word Origin & History

The verb is derived from canvas (“type of coarse cloth woven from hemp”). The connection between “to toss (someone) in a (canvas) sheet; (by extension) to batter, beat, or thrash (someone or something); etc.” and “to seek the support of voters or a constituency in a forthcoming election or poll” is not entirely clear. The noun is derived from the verb. It has been suggested that noun sense 4.2 (“rejection (at an election, of a suit, etc.)”) may refer to the canvas bag used by jou...

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

Compare canvass with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
canvass	2	can·vass
compos	2	com-pos
convex	2	con-vex
Combs	1	combs
canvas	2	can-vas

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