emasculate

How to Split "emasculate" into Syllables

The word emasculate is divided into 5 syllables: e·ma·scu·la·te. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• e — 1st syllable
• ma — 2nd syllable
• scu — 3rd syllable
• la — 4th syllable
• te — 5th syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of emasculate:

• IPA: /ɪˈmask.jʊlˌeɪt/

📖 Definitions

1. emasculate (third-person singular simple present emasculates, present participle emasculating, simple past and past participle emasculated)
2. emasculate (comparative more emasculate, superlative most emasculate)

📚 Word Origin & History

From Medieval Latin ēmasculātus, perfect passive participle of ēmasculō (“to emasculate”) (see -ate (verb-forming suffix)), from ē(x)- (“out, from, apart”) +‎ masculus (“male, masculine”) +‎ -ō (first conjugation verb-forming suffix), further from mās (“a man, a male”) +‎ -culus (diminutive suffix). Learned borrowing from Medieval Latin ēmasculātus (more at Etymology 1), see -ate (adjective-forming suffix).

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down emasculate 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

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