fur

How to Split "fur" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• fur — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of fur:

• IPA: /fɜː/

📖 Definitions

1. fur (countable and uncountable, plural furs)
2. November 17, 1716, Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, letter to the Countess of Mar

📚 Word Origin & History

Clipping of Friulian furlan. From Middle English furre, forre, from Anglo-Norman forre, fuerre (“a case; sheath”), from Frankish *fōdar, from Proto-West Germanic *fōdr, from Proto-Germanic *fōdrą (“sheath”) (compare Old English fōdor (“sheaf”), Dutch voering (“lining”), German Futter (“lining”), Gothic 𐍆𐍉𐌳𐍂 (fōdr, “sheath”)), from Proto-Indo-European *peh₂-, *poh₂- (“to protect”) (compare Lithuanian piemuō (“protection”), Ancient Greek πῶ...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
fur	1	fur
friary	2	fria-ry
faery	2	fae-ry
Freya	1	freya
four	1	four

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to fur:

furl, furn, fury, furor, furry, furze, Furies, furore.