About "figure"
How to Split "figure" into Syllables
The word figure is divided into 3 syllables: fi·gu·re. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- fi — 1st syllable
- gu — 2nd syllable
- re — 3rd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of figure:
- IPA: /ˈfɪɡə/
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📖 Definitions
- A drawing or diagram conveying information.
- The representation of any form, as by drawing, painting, modelling, carving, embroidering, etc.; especially, a representation of the human body.
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle English figure, borrowed from Old French figure, from Latin figūra (“form, shape, form of a word, a figure of speech, Late Latin a sketch, drawing”), from fingō (“to form, shape, mold, fashion”), from Proto-Indo-European *dʰeyǵʰ- (“to mold, shape, form, knead”). Cognate with Ancient Greek τεῖχος (teîkhos), Sanskrit देग्धि (dégdhi), Old English dāg (“dough”). More at dough. Doublet of figura. From figuro + -e. Inherited from Old French fi...
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down figure 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 figure with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| figure | 3 | fi·gu·re |
| Fokker | 2 | fokk-er |
| fucker | 2 | fuck-er |
| faker | 2 | fak-er |
| Fujiwara | 4 | fu-ji-wa-ra |
🔗 Related Words
Explore syllable divisions of words related to figure:
fig, fight, Figaro, fighter, figment, figural, figured, fighting.