caravel

How to Split "caravel" into Syllables

The word caravel is divided into 3 syllables: ca·ra·vel. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• ca — 1st syllable
• ra — 2nd syllable
• vel — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of caravel:

• IPA: /ˈkæɹəvɛl/

📖 Definitions

1. caravel on Wikipedia.Wikipedia
2. Antón Luís Santamarina Fernández, editor (2006–2013), “caravel”, in Dicionario de Dicionarios da lingua galega [Dictionary of Dictionaries of the Galician language] (in Galician), Santiago de Compostela: Instituto da Lingua Galega

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle French caravelle, from Old French caruelle, carvelle (“caravel”), from Old Galician-Portuguese caravela (“caravel”), a diminutive of caravo, carabo (“type of small vessel”), from Late Latin carabus (“small wicker boat decked with hide”), from Ancient Greek κᾱ́ρᾰβος (kā́răbos, “type of light ship; kind of beetle, probably a longhorn beetle; kind of crustacean, probably a crayfish”). Attested since the 18th century. Probably from Catalan clavell. Compar...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
caravel	3	ca·ra·vel
carpal	2	carp-al
Carboloy	3	car-bo-loy
crabbily	3	crab-bi-ly
corbel	2	cor-bel

🔗 Related Words

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