divan

How to Split "divan" into Syllables

The word divan is divided into 2 syllables: di·van. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• di — 1st syllable
• van — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of divan:

• IPA: /dɪˈvæn/

📖 Definitions

1. The council chamber where this court is held; (by extension), any court of justice.
2. A couch or sofa-like piece of furniture made of a mattress lying against the wall and on either the floor or an elevated structure.

📚 Word Origin & History

Borrowed from French, from Ottoman Turkish دیوان (divan), from Classical Persian دیوان (dēwān), from Middle Persian d(p)ywʾn' (dēwān, “archive, collected writings”), from Sumerian 𒁾 (dub). Compare mattress, from Arabic (both of Middle Eastern origin, due to the local custom of lying on padding on floor being foreign to Europeans). Doublet of dewan, douane, and diwaniya. Borrowed from Persian دیوان (divân). Borrowed from Ottoman Turkish دیوان (dîvân). Probably ...

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

Word	Syllables	Division
divan	2	di·van
defame	3	de-fa-me
divine	3	di-vi-ne
deepen	2	dee-pen
Devin	2	de-vin

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to divan:

div, diva, dive, diver, divot, divvy, divert, divest.