choice

How to Split "choice" into Syllables

The word choice is divided into 2 syllables: choi·ce. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• choi — 1st syllable
• ce — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of choice:

• IPA: /t͡ʃɔɪs/

📖 Definitions

1. choice (countable and uncountable, plural choices)
2. An option; a decision; an opportunity to choose or select something.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English chois, from Old French chois (“choice”), from choisir (“to choose, perceive”), possibly via assumed Vulgar Latin *causīre (“to choose”), from Gothic 𐌺𐌰𐌿𐍃𐌾𐌰𐌽 (kausjan, “to make a choice, taste, test, choose”), from Proto-Germanic *kauzijaną, from *keusaną (“to choose”), from Proto-Indo-European *ǵews- (“to choose”). Akin to Old High German kiosan (“to choose”), Old English ċēosan (“to choose”), Old Norse kjósa (“to ...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
choice	2	choi·ce
ch	1	ch
cc	1	cc
cheesy	2	chee-sy
cooky	2	coo-ky

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to choice:

choc, chop, Chou, chow, chock, choir, choke, chomp.