glance

How to Split "glance" into Syllables

The word glance is divided into 2 syllables: glan·ce. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• glan — 1st syllable
• ce — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of glance:

• IPA: /ɡlɑːns/

📖 Definitions

1. glance (third-person singular simple present glances, present participle glancing, simple past and past participle glanced)
2. To turn (one's eyes or look) at something, often briefly.

📚 Word Origin & History

The verb is derived from Late Middle English glenchen (“of a blow: to strike obliquely, glance; of a person: to turn quickly aside, dodge”) [and other forms], a blend of: Old French glacier, glachier, glaichier (“to slide; to slip”) (whence also Middle English glacen (“of a blow: to strike obliquely, glance; to glide”)), from glace (“frozen water, ice”) (from Vulgar Latin *glacia, from Latin glaciēs (“ice”), of uncertain origin, + -ier (suffix forming infinitives of first-co...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
glance	2	glan·ce
glowing	2	glow-ing
galling	2	gall-ing
gleaning	2	glean-ing
gulling	2	gull-ing

🔗 Related Words

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glad, glam, glace, glade, gland, glans, glare, Glass.