dais

How to Split "dais" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• dais — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of dais:

• IPA: /ˈdeɪ.ɪs/

📖 Definitions

1. A raised platform in a room for a high table, a seat of honour, a throne, or other dignified occupancy, such as ancestral statues; a similar platform supporting a lectern, pulpit, etc., which may be used to speak from. [from c. 1800.]
2. “dais, n.”, in OED Online ⁠, Oxford: Oxford University Press, launched 2000.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English deis, from Anglo-Norman deis, from Old French deis, dois (modern French dais), from Latin discum, accusative singular of discus (“discus, disc, quoit; dish”) (Late Latin discum (“table”)), from Ancient Greek δίσκος (dískos, “discus, disc; tray”), from δικεῖν (dikeîn, “to cast, to throw; to strike”). Cognate with Italian desco, Occitan des. Doublet of desk, disc, discus, dish, disk, and diskos. From Latin dē(n)sus. Compare Italian denso, Romani...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down dais 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
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📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare dais with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
dais	1	dais
dike	2	di-ke
Dias	1	dias
Dick	1	dick
dough	1	dough

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