The word chore is divided into 2 syllables: cho·re. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
The phonetic transcription of chore:
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From earlier char, from Middle English charr, charre, cherre (“odd job, turn, occasion, business”), from Old English ċerr, ċierr (“a turn”), from ċierran (“to turn”), from Proto-Germanic *karzijaną (“to turn”), from Proto-Indo-European *gers- (“to bend, turn”). Cognate with Dutch keer (“time; turn; occasion”), German Kehre (“a turn; bend; wind; back-flip; u-turn”). Also related to Saterland Frisian kiere, käire (“to turn”), Old Saxon kērian, Old High German ...
Understanding how to break down chore into syllables helps with:
Compare chore with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| chore | 2 | cho·re |
| corer | 2 | cor-er |
| Carrier | 3 | car-ri-er |
| cry | 1 | cry |
| chooser | 2 | choos-er |
Explore syllable divisions of words related to chore:
chore has 2 syllables: cho·re. The word is divided into 2 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.
The stress is on the first syllable: cho. This means you emphasize the "cho" part when pronouncing chore.
chore is pronounced as /t͡ʃɔː/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: cho·re.
Breaking chore into syllables helps with spelling: cho·re. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.
Learning syllable division helps with correct pronunciation, improved spelling, better reading fluency, and is useful for poetry and lyric writing where syllable counting matters. It's especially helpful for language learners.