career

How to Split "career" into Syllables

The word career is divided into 3 syllables: ca·re·er. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• ca — 1st syllable
• re — 2nd syllable
• er — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of career:

• IPA: /kəˈɹɪə/

📖 Definitions

1. One’s calling in life; one's working occupation or profession, especially when pursued seriously and/or over a long period of time.
2. The course, evolution, and ongoing advancement of one's working life, especially in one particular field.

📚 Word Origin & History

Mid 16th century, from French carrière (“road; racecourse”), from Italian carriera, from Old Occitan carreira, from Late Latin carrāria based on Latin carrus (“wheeled vehicle”), ultimately from Proto-Indo-European *ḱr̥sós, from *ḱers- (“to run”); alternatively, from Middle French carriere, from Old Occitan. From English career.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
career	3	ca·re·er
Cheshire	3	che-shi-re
coaxer	2	coax-er
crier	2	cri-er
Cary	2	ca-ry

🔗 Related Words

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car, Cara, card, CARE, Carl, carp, Carr, cars.