cost

How to Split "cost" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• cost — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of cost:

• IPA: /ˈkɒst/

📖 Definitions

1. cost (third-person singular simple present costs, present participle costing, simple past and past participle cost or costed)
2. To require to be borne or suffered; to cause.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English costen, from Old French coster, couster (“to cost”), from Medieval Latin cōstō, from Latin cōnstō (“stand together”). From Middle English cost, coust, from costen (“to cost”), from the same source as above. From Middle English cost, from Old English cost (“option, choice, possibility, manner, way, condition”), from Old Norse kostr (“choice, opportunity, chance, condition, state, quality”), from Proto-Germanic *kustuz (“choice, trial”) (or Proto-Ge...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
cost	1	cost
cahoot	2	ca-hoot
coziest	3	co-zi-est
caste	2	ca-ste
casket	2	ca-sket

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