include

How to Split "include" into Syllables

The word include is divided into 2 syllables: inclu·de. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• inclu — 1st syllable
• de — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of include:

• IPA: /ɪnˈkluːd/

📖 Definitions

1. include (third-person singular simple present includes, present participle including, simple past and past participle included)
2. To bring into a group, class, set, or total as a (new) part or member.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English includen, borrowed from Latin inclūdere (“to shut in, enclose, insert”), from in- (“in”) + claudere (“to shut”), ultimately from Proto-Indo-European *kleh₂w- (“key, hook, nail”). Doublet of enclose. Displaced native Old English belūcan (“to include,” also “to shut in”). Borrowed from Latin includere. Doublet of the inherited închide.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
include	2	inclu·de
inequality	5	i-ne-qua-li-ty
Inglewood	2	ingle-wood
insulate	4	in-su-la-te
insult	2	in-sult

🔗 Related Words

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