field

How to Split "field" into Syllables

The word field is divided into 1 syllables: field. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• field — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of field:

• IPA: /fiːld/

📖 Definitions

1. A land area free of woodland, cities, and towns; an area of open country.
2. A wide, open space that is used to grow crops or to hold farm animals, usually enclosed by a fence, hedge or other barrier.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English feeld, feld, from Old English feld, from Proto-West Germanic *felþu, from Proto-Germanic *felþuz (“field”), ultimately from Proto-Indo-European *pleh₂- (“field, plain”) or *pleth₂- (“flat”) (with schwebeablaut). Cognate with Scots feld, feild (“field”), North Frisian fial, fälj (“field”), Saterland Frisian Fäild (“field”), West Frisian fjild (“field”), Dutch veld (“field”), German, Luxembourgish Feld (“field”), Vilamovian fald (“f...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
field	1	field
fealty	2	feal-ty
felt	1	felt
fivefold	3	fi-ve-fold
flood	1	flood

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to field:

fie, fief, fiend, fiery, Fields, fierce, fiesta, fiefdom.