About "genre"
How to Split "genre" into Syllables
The word genre is divided into 2 syllables: gen·re. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- gen — 1st syllable
- re — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of genre:
- IPA: /ˈ(d)ʒɑnɹə/
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📖 Definitions
- A kind; a stylistic category or sort, especially of literature or other artworks.
- genre (third-person singular simple present genres, present participle genring or genreing, simple past and past participle genred)
📚 Word Origin & History
Unadapted borrowing from French genre, from Old French gen(d)re, borrowed from Latin genere. Doublet of gender and genus. Borrowed from French genre. Borrowed from French genre. Doublet of gender and genus. Borrowed from French genre. From Old French gen(d)re, borrowed from Latin genere. Sense 6 is a semantic loan from English gender. From Old French gen(d)re, borrowed from Latin genere. Borrowed from French genre. Borrowed from French genre. Borrowed from French genre.
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down genre 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 genre with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| genre | 2 | gen·re |
| gainer | 2 | gain-er |
| Gomorrah | 3 | go-mor-rah |
| gossamer | 3 | gos-sam-er |
| gamer | 2 | gam-er |
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