epidemic

Syllables:
e·pi·de·mic
4 syllables
epidemic in syllables

About "epidemic"

Syllables
4
Letters
8
Language
EN

How to Split "epidemic" into Syllables

The word epidemic is divided into 4 syllables: e·pi·de·mic. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • e — 1st syllable
  • pi — 2nd syllable
  • de — 3rd syllable
  • mic — 4th syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of epidemic:

  • IPA: /ˌɛpɪˈdɛmɪk/

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📖 Definitions

  1. A widespread disease that affects many humans in a population.
  2. epidemic (comparative more epidemic, superlative most epidemic)

📚 Word Origin & History

From French épidémique, from épidémie, from Medieval Latin epidēmia, reanalysis of plural Late Latin epidēmia, from Ancient Greek ἐπιδήμιος (epidḗmios), from ἐπί (epí, “upon”) + δῆμος (dêmos, “people”). By surface analysis, epi- (“on”) +‎ demic (“of the people”). Borrowed from French épidémique. By surface analysis, epidemie +‎ -ic.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down epidemic 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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Frequently Asked Questions About "epidemic"

How many syllables does "epidemic" have?

epidemic has 4 syllables: e·pi·de·mic. The word is divided into 4 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "epidemic"?

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

How do you pronounce "epidemic"?

epidemic is pronounced as /ˌɛpɪˈdɛmɪk/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: e·pi·de·mic.

Is "epidemic" easy to spell?

Breaking epidemic into syllables helps with spelling: e·pi·de·mic. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Why learn to divide "epidemic" 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.