gramophone

How to Split "gramophone" into Syllables

The word gramophone is divided into 4 syllables: gra·mo·pho·ne. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• gra — 1st syllable
• mo — 2nd syllable
• pho — 3rd syllable
• ne — 4th syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of gramophone:

• IPA: [ˈɡɹæ.məˌfəʊn]

📖 Definitions

1. gramophone (plural gramophones)
2. William Dwight Whitney and Benjamin E[li] Smith, editors (1914), “gramophone”, in The Century Dictionary: An Encyclopedic Lexicon of the English Language, revised edition, volumes II (D–Hoon), New York, N.Y.: The Century Co., →OCLC.

📚 Word Origin & History

From the trademark Gramophone, coined by German-American inventor Emile Berliner in 1887 after the invention of the first phonograph, from Ancient Greek γράμμα (grámma, “letter”) + φωνή (phōnḗ, “sound”). From English gramophone.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down gramophone 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

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