criminal

How to Split "criminal" into Syllables

The word criminal is divided into 3 syllables: cri·min·al. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• cri — 1st syllable
• min — 2nd syllable
• al — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of criminal:

• IPA: /ˈkɹɪm.ɪ.nəl/

📖 Definitions

1. criminal (comparative more criminal, superlative most criminal)
2. Against the law; forbidden by law.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English cryminal, borrowed from Anglo-Norman criminal, from Late Latin criminalis, from Latin crimen (“crime”). Borrowed from Latin criminālis. Borrowed from Late Latin or Juridical Latin criminālis (“criminal”), from Latin crīmen (“verdict; crime”). Borrowed from Late Latin or Juridical Latin criminālis, from Latin crīmen. Borrowed from Late Latin or Juridical Latin criminālis (“criminal”), from Latin crīmen (“verdict; crime”). Borrowed from French crimine...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
criminal	3	cri·min·al
Corneille	3	cor-neil-le
Carmelo	3	car-me-lo
ceremonial	5	ce-re-mo-ni-al
Carmela	3	car-me-la

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to criminal:

crib, Crick, crier, crime, crimp, crisp, crikey, Crimea.