About "chalice"
How to Split "chalice" into Syllables
The word chalice is divided into 3 syllables: cha·li·ce. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- cha — 1st syllable
- li — 2nd syllable
- ce — 3rd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of chalice:
- IPA: /ˈt͡ʃæl.ɪs/
Listen to Pronunciation
Note: Audio requires JavaScript enabled
📖 Definitions
- A large drinking cup, often having a stem and base and used especially for formal occasions and religious ceremonies.
- A kind of water-cooled pipe for smoking cannabis.
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle English chalis, from Anglo-Norman, from Old French chalice, collateral form of calice, borrowed from Latin calix, calicem (“cup”), of uncertain etymology. In view of Umbrian skalçeta (“sacrifical vessel”), perhaps from a Proto-Italic *(s)kalik-, from Proto-Indo-European *(s)kel-. Pokorny considered a parallel formation in Sanskrit कलश (kaláśa-, “(water-)jar, tub, pot, dish”), for Proto-Indo-European *kel-eḱ-, but De Vaan finds this unlikely. Alternatively, borr...
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down chalice 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 chalice with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| chalice | 3 | cha·li·ce |
| Claus | 1 | claus |
| clash | 1 | clash |
| claque | 2 | cla-que |
| chiles | 2 | chi-les |
🔗 Related Words
Explore syllable divisions of words related to chalice: