incommode

How to Split "incommode" into Syllables

The word incommode is divided into 4 syllables: in·com·mo·de. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• in — 1st syllable
• com — 2nd syllable
• mo — 3rd syllable
• de — 4th syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of incommode:

• IPA: /ˌɪnkəˈməʊd/

📖 Definitions

1. incommode (third-person singular simple present incommodes, present participle incommoding, simple past and past participle incommoded) (transitive, formal)
2. To make (someone) uncomfortable; to discomfort, to disturb, to trouble.

📚 Word Origin & History

Learned borrowing from French incommoder (“to bother, disconcert, incommode”), from Latin incommodāre, the present active infinitive of incommodō (“to inconvenience”), from in- (prefix meaning ‘not’) + commodō (“to accommodate, adapt; to bestow, provide; to hire, lend”) (from com- (a variant of con- (prefix indicating completeness or intensification)) + modō (the ablative or singular of modus (“manner, method, way; bound, limit; measure”), ultimately from Proto-Indo-Europ...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
incommode	4	in·com·mo·de
insinuate	4	in-si-nua-te
incognito	4	in-cog-ni-to
insanity	4	in-sa-ni-ty
inseminate	5	in-se-mi-na-te

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