his

Syllables:
his
1 syllable
his in syllables

About "his"

Syllables
1
Letters
3
Language
EN

How to Split "his" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • his — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of his:

  • IPA: /ɪ̈z/

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📖 Definitions

  1. That or those belonging to him; the possessive case of he, used without a following noun.
  2. his (definite accusative hisi, plural hislər)

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English his, from Old English his (“his; its”), from Proto-Germanic *hes (“of this”), genitive of Proto-Germanic *hiz (“this, this one”), from Proto-Indo-European *ḱe-, *ḱey- (“this”). Cognate with Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Icelandic hans (“his”). More at he; see also its. From Proto-Turkic *ïjs (“smell, odour”). Cognate with Chuvash йӑс (jăs). From German His (German key notation). From Old English his, from Proto-Germanic *hes (“of this”), gen...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word Syllables Division
his 1 his
hos 1 hos
hajji 2 haj-ji
high 1 high
Hezekiah 3 he-ze-kiah

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to his:

Hiss, hist, hissing, history, Hispanic, historic, histamine, histogram.

Frequently Asked Questions About "his"

How many syllables does "his" have?

his has 1 syllables: his. The word is divided into 1 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "his"?

The stress is on the first syllable: his. This means you emphasize the "his" part when pronouncing his.

How do you pronounce "his"?

his is pronounced as /ɪ̈z/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: his.

Is "his" easy to spell?

Breaking his into syllables helps with spelling: his. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Why learn to divide "his" into syllables?

Learning syllable division helps with correct pronunciation, improved spelling, better reading fluency, and is useful for poetry and lyric writing where syllable counting matters. It's especially helpful for language learners.