dengue

Syllables:
de·ngue
2 syllables
dengue in syllables

About "dengue"

Syllables
2
Letters
6
Language
EN

How to Split "dengue" into Syllables

The word dengue is divided into 2 syllables: de·ngue. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • de — 1st syllable
  • ngue — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of dengue:

  • IPA: /ˈdɛŋ.ɡi/

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📖 Definitions

  1. An acute febrile disease of the (sub)tropics caused by the Dengue virus, a flavivirus, transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, and characterized by high fever, rash, headache, and severe muscle and joint pain.
  2. “dengue”, in Trésor de la langue française informatisé [Digitized Treasury of the French Language], 2012.

📚 Word Origin & History

From West Indian Spanish dengue in 1828, from the Kiswahili term dinga (in full kidingapopo or kidinga pepo, "a kind of sudden cramp-like seizure caused by an evil spirit", dinga itself meaning sudden cramp-like seizure). The borrowed term changed to dengue in Spanish due to this word existing in Spanish with the meaning "fastidiousness" and the folk etymology referring to the dislike of movement by affected patients of chikungunya which was also reffered to as dengue until the first half of the...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word Syllables Division
dengue 2 de·ngue
downsize 2 downsi-ze
donnish 2 don-nish
ding 2 d-ing
diminish 3 di-mi-nish

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to dengue:

den, Dena, Deng, dens, dent, deny, Deneb, denim.

Frequently Asked Questions About "dengue"

How many syllables does "dengue" have?

dengue has 2 syllables: de·ngue. The word is divided into 2 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "dengue"?

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

How do you pronounce "dengue"?

dengue is pronounced as /ˈdɛŋ.ɡi/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: de·ngue.

Is "dengue" easy to spell?

Breaking dengue into syllables helps with spelling: de·ngue. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Why learn to divide "dengue" 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.