implore

How to Split "implore" into Syllables

The word implore is divided into 2 syllables: implo·re. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• implo — 1st syllable
• re — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of implore:

• IPA: /ɪmˈplɔː/

📖 Definitions

1. implore (third-person singular simple present implores, present participle imploring, simple past and past participle implored)
2. To beg or plead for (something) earnestly or urgently; to beseech.

📚 Word Origin & History

The verb is borrowed from Middle French implorer (modern French implorer (“to beg, plead, implore”)), or directly from its etymon Latin implōrāre, the present active infinitive of implōrō (“to beseech, entreat, implore; to appeal to, pray to”), from im- (a variant of in- (intensifying prefix)) + plōrō (“to cry out; to complain, deplore, lament”) (possibly from Proto-Indo-European *pleh₃(w)- (“to flow; to swim”)). The noun is derived from the verb.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down implore 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

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