hora

How to Split "hora" into Syllables

The word hora is divided into 2 syllables: ho·ra. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• ho — 1st syllable
• ra — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of hora:

• IPA: [ˈɔ.ɾə]

📖 Definitions

1. A branch of traditional Indian astrology, dealing with the finer points of predictive methods.
2. Haro, Hoar, ROAH, haor, haro, hoar, oh ar

📚 Word Origin & History

From Hebrew הוֹרָה (hóra), Yiddish האָרע (hore), and Romanian horă, from Turkish hora, probably from Greek χορός (chorós, “dance”). Doublet of choir, chorus, and quire. Borrowed from Sanskrit होरा (horā, “hour”). Doublet of hour and year. From Latin hōra (“hour”). Inherited from Old Catalan hora, borrowed from Latin hōra (“hour”) (borrowing is indicated by the late attestation and pronunciation with open /ɔ/). First attested in the 14th century. I...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
hora	2	ho·ra
hurray	2	hur-ray
hire	2	hi-re
hoer	2	ho-er
hurry	2	hur-ry

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to hora:

Horn, horde, Horne, horny, horse, horsy, Horus, Horace.