About "door"
How to Split "door" into Syllables
The word door is divided into 1 syllables: door. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- door — 1st syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of door:
- IPA: /do(ː)ɹ/
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📖 Definitions
- Any flap, etc. that opens like a door.
- The proceeds from entrance fees and/or ticket sales at a venue such as a bar or nightclub, especially in relation to portion paid to the entertainers.
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle English dore, dor, from Old English duru (“door”), dor (“gate”), from Proto-West Germanic *dur, from Proto-Germanic *durz, from Proto-Indo-European *dʰwṓr, from *dʰwer- (“doorway, door, gate”). From Middle Dutch dōre, from Old Dutch thuro, from Proto-Germanic *þurhw. From Middle Dutch dôre, from Old Dutch *dōro, Proto-West Germanic *dauʀō, from Proto-Germanic *dauzô. Inherited from Latin dolōrem m (“pain”). From Middle English dore, dor, from Old English d...
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down door 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 door with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| door | 1 | door |
| doter | 2 | dot-er |
| dry | 1 | dry |
| drear | 1 | drear |
| dire | 2 | di-re |
🔗 Related Words
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doom, doodad, doodah, doodle, Dooley, doodler, doorman, doormat.