About "decorous"
How to Split "decorous" into Syllables
The word decorous is divided into 3 syllables: de·cor·ous. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- de — 1st syllable
- cor — 2nd syllable
- ous — 3rd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of decorous:
- IPA: /ˈdɛkəɹəs/
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📖 Definitions
- Marked by behaviour, manners, etc., regarded as proper, tasteful, and in accordance with accepted standards; becoming, seemly.
📚 Word Origin & History
From the following: Latin decōrus (“becoming, fitting, proper, suitable”) + English -ous (suffix adjectives denoting presence of a quality in any degree, typically an abundance). Decōrus is derived from decor (“elegrance, grace; charm beauty”) + -us (suffix forming adjectives); and decor is from decēre, the present active infinitive of decet (“to adorn; to be decent; to be proper or suitable”), ultimately from Proto-Indo-European *deḱ- (“to perceive; to take”). Possibly also...
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- Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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📊 Similar Words Comparison
Compare decorous with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| decorous | 3 | de·cor·ous |
| discharge | 2 | dischar-ge |
| disgrace | 2 | disgra-ce |
| disgorge | 3 | dis-gor-ge |
| dishrag | 1 | dishrag |
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