About "guess"
How to Split "guess" into Syllables
The word guess is divided into 1 syllables: guess. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- guess — 1st syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of guess:
- IPA: /ɡɛs/
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📖 Definitions
- guess (third-person singular simple present guesses, present participle guessing, simple past and past participle guessed)
- To reach a partly (or totally) unconfirmed conclusion; to engage in conjecture; to speculate.
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle English gessen (verb) and Middle English gesse (noun), probably of North Germanic origin, from Old Danish getse, gitse, getsa (“to guess”), from Old Norse *getsa, *gitsa, from Proto-Germanic *gitisōną (“to guess”), from Proto-Germanic *getaną (“to get”), from Proto-Indo-European *gʰed- (“to take, seize”). Cognate with Danish gisne (“to guess”), Norwegian gissa, gjette (“to guess”), Swedish gissa (“to guess”), Saterland Frisian gisje (“to guess”), D...
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down guess 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 guess with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| guess | 1 | guess |
| gewgaw | 2 | gew-gaw |
| gooey | 1 | gooey |
| gussy | 2 | gus-sy |
| Gish | 1 | gish |
🔗 Related Words
Explore syllable divisions of words related to guess:
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