heroin

How to Split "heroin" into Syllables

The word heroin is divided into 2 syllables: he·roin. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• he — 1st syllable
• roin — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of heroin:

• IPA: /ˈhɛɹoʊ.ɪn/

📖 Definitions

1. heroin (countable and uncountable, plural heroins)
2. A powerful and addictive drug derived from opium producing intense euphoria, classed as an illegal narcotic in most of the world. [from late 19th century]

📚 Word Origin & History

Since the 1890s, from German Heroin, originally a trademark, from Ancient Greek ἥρως (hḗrōs, “hero”) and the suffix -in (“-ine”). Said to have been called thus to evoke quick and sweeping effect as a painkiller and cough suppressant (its original uses). Alternatively explained as a reference to the heroic school of medicine. Borrowed from English heroin, from German Heroin, originally a trademark, from Ancient Greek ἥρως (hḗrōs, “hero”) and the suffix -in (“-ine”)...

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• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare heroin with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
heroin	2	he·roin
hernia	2	her-nia
Horn	1	horn
harm	1	harm
harmony	3	har-mo-ny

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to heroin:

her, Hera, herb, herd, here, hero, Herr, Herod.