costume

Syllables:
co·stu·me
3 syllables
costume in syllables

About "costume"

Syllables
3
Letters
7
Language
EN

How to Split "costume" into Syllables

The word costume is divided into 3 syllables: co·stu·me. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • co — 1st syllable
  • stu — 2nd syllable
  • me — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of costume:

  • IPA: /ˈkɒs.tjuːm/

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📖 Definitions

  1. costume (countable and uncountable, plural costumes)
  2. A style of dress, including garments, accessories and hairstyle, especially as characteristic of a particular country, period or people.

📚 Word Origin & History

Borrowed from French costume, from Italian costume, from Latin consuētūdō (“custom, habit”). Doublet of consuetude and custom. Verb circa 1802, perhaps modelled on French costumer. From Old Leonese custume, costume (11th c., Fueru de Lleón); inherited from Latin consuētūdinem. Borrowed from Italian costume, from Latin cōnsuētūdinem (“custom, habit”). Doublet of consuétude and coutume. From Old Galician-Portuguese costume, custume (13th c., Cantigas de Santa Maria); inherited ...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word Syllables Division
costume 3 co·stu·me
custodian 3 cu-sto-dian
cottony 3 cot-to-ny
chasten 2 cha-sten
codeine 3 co-dei-ne

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to costume:

cos, cosh, cost, Cosby, cosign, cosine, cosmic, cosmos.

Frequently Asked Questions About "costume"

How many syllables does "costume" have?

costume has 3 syllables: co·stu·me. The word is divided into 3 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "costume"?

The stress is on the first syllable: co. This means you emphasize the "co" part when pronouncing costume.

How do you pronounce "costume"?

costume is pronounced as /ˈkɒs.tjuːm/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: co·stu·me.

Is "costume" easy to spell?

Breaking costume into syllables helps with spelling: co·stu·me. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Why learn to divide "costume" into syllables?

Learning syllable division helps with correct pronunciation, improved spelling, better reading fluency, and is useful for poetry and lyric writing where syllable counting matters. It's especially helpful for language learners.