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How to Split "close" into Syllables

The word close is divided into 2 syllables: clo·se. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• clo — 1st syllable
• se — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of close:

• IPA: /kləʊz/

📖 Definitions

1. close (third-person singular simple present closes, present participle closing, simple past and past participle closed)
2. To grapple; to engage in close combat.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English closen (“to close, enclose”), partly continuing (in altered form) earlier Middle English clusen (“to close”) from Old English clȳsan (“to close, shut”); compare beclose, foreclose, etc.), and partly derived from Middle English clos (“close, shut up, confined, secret”, adjective), from Old French clos (“close, confined”, adjective), from Latin clausus (“shut up”, past participle), from claudere (“to bar, block, close, enclose, bring an end to, confin...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
close	2	clo·se
cliche	2	cli-che
coleus	2	co-leus
classy	2	clas-sy
Clouseau	2	clou-seau

🔗 Related Words

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clod, clog, clop, clot, cloy, cloak, clock, clomp.