gong

How to Split "gong" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• gong — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of gong:

• IPA: /ɡɒŋ/

📖 Definitions

1. A metal target that emits a sound when it has been hit.
2. gong (third-person singular simple present gongs, present participle gonging, simple past and past participle gonged)

📚 Word Origin & History

From Malay gong, possibly onomatopoeic. From Middle English gong, from Old English gong, where it was originally a variant of the noun gang (“a going, walk, journey, way, etc.”), derived from the verb gangan (“to go, walk, travel”), whose relation to go in Proto-Germanic remains unclear. Doublet of gang. From Mandarin 功 (gōng, “merit; achievement”). From Proto-Sino-Tibetan *guŋ (“body; back”). Borrowed from Malay gong. From Proto-Sino-Tibetan *guŋ (“body; back”). From C...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
gong	1	gong
Genghis	1	genghis
gimmick	2	gim-mick
Ganges	2	ga-nges
gumshoe	1	gumshoe

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to gong:

gone, gonk, gonad, goner, gonna, gonzo, gonadal, gondola.