frolic

How to Split "frolic" into Syllables

The word frolic is divided into 2 syllables: fro·lic. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• fro — 1st syllable
• lic — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of frolic:

• IPA: /ˈfɹɒlɪk/

📖 Definitions

1. frolic (comparative more frolic, superlative most frolic)
2. frolic (third-person singular simple present frolics, present participle frolicking, simple past and past participle frolicked)

📚 Word Origin & History

From Dutch vrolijk (“cheerful”), from Middle Dutch vrolijc, from Old Dutch frōlīk, from Proto-Germanic *frawalīkaz. Compare German fröhlich (“blitheful, gaily, happy, merry”). The first element, ultimately from Proto-Germanic *frawaz, is cognate with Middle English frow (“hasty”); the latter element, ultimately from *-līkaz, is cognate with -ly, -like.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
frolic	2	fro·lic
fearless	2	fear-less
foreleg	3	fo-re-leg
forelock	3	fo-re-lock
furlough	2	fur-lough

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to frolic:

fro, frog, from, frock, Fromm, frond, front, frosh.