couture

How to Split "couture" into Syllables

The word couture is divided into 3 syllables: cou·tu·re. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• cou — 1st syllable
• tu — 2nd syllable
• re — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of couture:

• IPA: /kuːˈtjʊə/

📖 Definitions

1. couture (countable and uncountable, plural coutures)
2. “couture”, in Trésor de la langue française informatisé [Digitized Treasury of the French Language], 2012.

📚 Word Origin & History

Ellipsis of haute couture, ultimately from French couture. Inherited from Old French costure, from Vulgar Latin *cōnsutūra, from Latin cōnsūtus, from cōnsuō. Unadapted borrowing from English couture (“production of high-end, custom-made clothing”), ellipsis of haute couture (“haute couture, high fashion”, literally “high, elegant + sewing”). Compare French couture (“sewing”).

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
couture	3	cou·tu·re
catarrh	2	ca-tarrh
coder	2	cod-er
cider	2	cid-er
casuistry	2	ca-suistry

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