consult

How to Split "consult" into Syllables

The word consult is divided into 2 syllables: con·sult. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• con — 1st syllable
• sult — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of consult:

• IPA: /ˈkɒnsʌlt/

📖 Definitions

1. consult (countable and uncountable, plural consults)
2. enPR: kənsŭlt', IPA(key): /kənˈsʌlt/

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle French consulte. In sense “council”, it represents Latin cōnsultum, Italian consulto; and it may have been often taken as a direct formation from the verb. From Middle French consulter, from Latin cōnsultō (“to deliberate, consult”), frequentative of cōnsulō (“to consult, deliberate, consider, reflect upon, ask advice”), from com- (“together”) + -sulō, from Proto-Indo-European *selh₁- (“to take, grab”). Borrowed from Latin consultum.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
consult	2	con·sult
congealed	3	co-ngeal-ed
comicality	5	co-mi-ca-li-ty
conclude	2	conclu-de
conciliate	4	con-ci-lia-te

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to consult:

con, cone, Cong, conj, conk, Conn, cons, cont.