cop

How to Split "cop" into Syllables

The word cop is divided into 1 syllables: cop. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• cop — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of cop:

• IPA: /kɒp/

📖 Definitions

1. cop (third-person singular simple present cops, present participle copping, simple past and past participle copped)
2. When caught, he would often cop a vicious blow from his father.

📚 Word Origin & History

Clipping of English Coptic. Uncertain. Perhaps from Middle English *coppen, *copen, from Old English copian (“to plunder; pillage; steal”); or possibly from Middle French caper (“to capture”), from Latin capiō (“to seize, grasp”); or possibly from Dutch kapen (“to seize, hijack”), from Old Frisian kāpia (“to buy”), whence West Frisian keapje, Saterland Frisian koopje, North Frisian koopi, kuupe. Compare also Middle English copen (“to buy”), from Middle Dutch copen. Sho...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
cop	1	cop
cabby	2	cab-by
cowboy	2	cow-boy
cuff	1	cuff
Cb	1	cb

🔗 Related Words

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cope, cops, copy, copay, copra, copse, copier, coping.