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How to Split "corpus" into Syllables

The word corpus is divided into 2 syllables: cor·pus. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• cor — 1st syllable
• pus — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of corpus:

• IPA: /ˈkɔːpəs/

📖 Definitions

1. corpus (plural corpora or corpuses or corpusses or (proscribed) corpi)
2. A collection of written or spoken texts.

📚 Word Origin & History

Borrowed from Latin corpus (“body”). Doublet of corpse, corps, and riff. Ultimately from Latin corpus. Borrowed from Latin corpus. Doublet of cos. Borrowed from Latin corpus. Doublet of corps and korps. Unadapted borrowing from Latin corpus (“body”). Doublet of corps. From Proto-Italic *korpos, from Proto-Indo-European *krépos (“body”), from the root *krep-. Equivalent to the Proto-Germanic neuter noun *hrefaz (“body, torso”), whence e.g. Old High German href, Old Dutch ref,...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
corpus	2	cor·pus
cherubic	3	che-ru-bic
crevasse	3	cre-vas-se
cribbage	3	crib-ba-ge
cervix	2	cer-vix

🔗 Related Words

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