About "detail"
How to Split "detail" into Syllables
The word detail is divided into 2 syllables: de·tail. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- de — 1st syllable
- tail — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of detail:
- IPA: /ˈdiːteɪl/
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📖 Definitions
- A part considered trivial enough to ignore.
- An individual feature, fact, or other item, considered separately from the whole of which it is a part.
📚 Word Origin & History
Borrowed from Middle French détail, from Old French detail, from detaillier, from de- + taillier (“to cut”). Borrowed from French détail, from Middle French [Term?], from Old French detail, from detaillier, from de- + taillier (“to cut”). Borrowed from English detail, from Middle French détail, from Old French detail, from detaillier, from de- + taillier (“to cut”).
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down detail 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 detail with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| detail | 2 | de·tail |
| Daley | 2 | da-ley |
| delay | 2 | de-lay |
| dally | 2 | dal-ly |
| Delilah | 3 | de-li-lah |
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