About "famine"
How to Split "famine" into Syllables
The word famine is divided into 3 syllables: fa·mi·ne. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- fa — 1st syllable
- mi — 2nd syllable
- ne — 3rd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of famine:
- IPA: /ˈfæmɪn/
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📖 Definitions
- famine (countable and uncountable, plural famines)
- 1986, United States Congress, House Select Committee on Hunger, Committee on Foreign Affairs, Subcommittee on Africa, Famine and Recovery in Africa
📚 Word Origin & History
Borrowed from Middle French famine, itself from the root of Latin fames. Cognate with Spanish hambruna (“famine”). Inherited from Middle French and Old French famine, formed from the root of Latin famēs (“hunger”) with the suffix -ine. Formed from the root of Latin famēs (“hunger”), with the suffix -ine.
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down famine 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 famine with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| famine | 3 | fa·mi·ne |
| fumy | 2 | fu-my |
| fen | 1 | fen |
| faun | 1 | faun |
| funnyman | 3 | fun-ny-man |
🔗 Related Words
Explore syllable divisions of words related to famine:
fame, family, famish, famous, familial, familiar, families, familiarity.