community

Syllables:
com·mu·ni·ty
4 syllables
community in syllables

About "community"

Syllables
4
Letters
9
Language
EN

How to Split "community" into Syllables

The word community is divided into 4 syllables: com·mu·ni·ty. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • com — 1st syllable
  • mu — 2nd syllable
  • ni — 3rd syllable
  • ty — 4th syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of community:

  • IPA: /kəˈmjuː.nɪ.ti/

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📖 Definitions

  1. community (countable and uncountable, plural communities)
  2. “community”, in OneLook Dictionary Search.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Late Middle English communite, borrowed from Old French communité, comunité, comunete (modern French communauté), from Classical Latin commūnitās (“community; public spirit”), from commūn(is) (“common, ordinary; of or for the community, public”) + -itās. By surface analysis, commun(e) +‎ -ity. Doublet of communitas. Borrowed from English community.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word Syllables Division
community 4 com·mu·ni·ty
cyanide 3 cya-ni-de
Canada 3 ca-na-da
Canad 2 ca-nad
Canaanite 4 ca-naa-ni-te

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to community:

com, coma, comb, come, comm, Como, comp, combo.

Frequently Asked Questions About "community"

How many syllables does "community" have?

community has 4 syllables: com·mu·ni·ty. The word is divided into 4 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "community"?

The stress is on the first syllable: com. This means you emphasize the "com" part when pronouncing community.

How do you pronounce "community"?

community is pronounced as /kəˈmjuː.nɪ.ti/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: com·mu·ni·ty.

Is "community" easy to spell?

Breaking community into syllables helps with spelling: com·mu·ni·ty. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Why learn to divide "community" into syllables?

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.