diplomat

How to Split "diplomat" into Syllables

The word diplomat is divided into 3 syllables: di·plo·mat. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• di — 1st syllable
• plo — 2nd syllable
• mat — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of diplomat:

• IPA: /ˈdɪp.lə.mæt/

📖 Definitions

1. A person, such as an ambassador, who is accredited to represent a government officially in its relations with other governments or international organisations
2. #* 2019, VOA Learning English (public domain)

📚 Word Origin & History

From French diplomate, a back-formation from diplomatique (“diplomatic”), ultimately from Ancient Greek δίπλωμα (díplōma, “double-folded document”). Ultimately from French diplomate. From diploma +‎ -at. Borrowed from French diplomate. From French diplomate. By surface analysis, diplom +‎ -at. From Dutch diplomaat, from French diplomate, from New Latin dīplōmaticus. From English diplomat, from French diplomate. From French diplomate. From French diplomate. Borrowed from Fr...

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• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare diplomat with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
diplomat	3	di·plo·mat
defilement	4	de-fi-le-ment
deployment	3	de-ploy-ment
divalent	3	di-va-lent
defoliant	3	de-fo-liant

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dip, dippy, dipso, dipole, dipper, diploid, diploma, diptych.