confide

How to Split "confide" into Syllables

The word confide is divided into 3 syllables: con·fi·de. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• con — 1st syllable
• fi — 2nd syllable
• de — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of confide:

• IPA: /kənˈfaɪd/

📖 Definitions

1. confide (third-person singular simple present confides, present participle confiding, simple past and past participle confided)
2. “confide”, in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: G. & C. Merriam, 1913, →OCLC.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle Scots confide, confyde (“to put trust in”), from Latin confīdere (“to put trust in, have confidence in”), from con- (“together”) + fidēre (“to trust”). First attested in English use in the early 17th century. Doublet of faith and fidelity.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
confide	3	con·fi·de
confetti	3	con-fet-ti
compote	3	com-po-te
comfit	2	com-fit
confute	3	con-fu-te

🔗 Related Words

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