disease

Syllables:
di·sea·se
3 syllables
disease in syllables

About "disease"

Syllables
3
Letters
7
Language
EN

How to Split "disease" into Syllables

The word disease is divided into 3 syllables: di·sea·se. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • di — 1st syllable
  • sea — 2nd syllable
  • se — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of disease:

  • IPA: /dɪˈziːz/

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📖 Definitions

  1. disease (countable and uncountable, plural diseases)
  2. November 22, 1787, James Madison Jr., Federalist No. 10

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English disese, from Anglo-Norman desese, disaise, from Old French desaise, from des- + aise. Displaced native Middle English adle, audle (“disease”) (from Old English ādl (“disease, sickness”), see adle), Middle English cothe, coathe (“disease”) (from Old English coþu (“disease”), see coath). By surface analysis, dis- +‎ ease.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word Syllables Division
disease 3 di·sea·se
Dodge 2 dod-ge
dock 1 dock
doc 1 doc
detox 2 de-tox

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to disease:

dis, disc, dish, disk, diss, dist, disco, dishy.

Frequently Asked Questions About "disease"

How many syllables does "disease" have?

disease has 3 syllables: di·sea·se. The word is divided into 3 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "disease"?

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

How do you pronounce "disease"?

disease is pronounced as /dɪˈziːz/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: di·sea·se.

Is "disease" easy to spell?

Breaking disease into syllables helps with spelling: di·sea·se. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Why learn to divide "disease" 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.