houri

Syllables:
hou·ri
2 syllables
houri in syllables

About "houri"

Syllables
2
Letters
5
Language
EN

How to Split "houri" into Syllables

The word houri is divided into 2 syllables: hou·ri. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • hou — 1st syllable
  • ri — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of houri:

  • IPA: /ˈhʊəɹi/

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📖 Definitions

  1. third-person singular past indicative
  2. present active indicative connegative

📚 Word Origin & History

From French houri, from Persian حوری (hurî), from Arabic حُورِيّ (ḥūriyy) and Arabic حُورِيَّة (ḥūriyya), adjective and feminine singulative of حُور (ḥūr) from Classical Arabic حُورٌ عِينٌ (ḥūrun ʕīnun, “fair maidens, black-eyed ones”). See أَحْوَر m (ʔaḥwar), حَوْرَاء f (ḥawrāʔ) for the base adjective. Borrowed from Persian حوری (hurî), from Arabic حُورِيّ (ḥūriyy) and Arabic حُورِيَّة (ḥūriyya...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word Syllables Division
houri 2 hou·ri
Howrah 2 how-rah
Herrera 3 her-re-ra
hour 1 hour
hoary 2 hoa-ry

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to houri:

hour, hound, House, houmus, hourly, Houdini, houmous, housing.

Frequently Asked Questions About "houri"

How many syllables does "houri" have?

houri has 2 syllables: hou·ri. The word is divided into 2 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "houri"?

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

How do you pronounce "houri"?

houri is pronounced as /ˈhʊəɹi/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: hou·ri.

Is "houri" easy to spell?

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

Why learn to divide "houri" 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.