intern

How to Split "intern" into Syllables

The word intern is divided into 2 syllables: in·tern. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• in — 1st syllable
• tern — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of intern:

• IPA: /ɪnˈtɝn/

📖 Definitions

1. A person who is interned, forcibly or voluntarily.
2. intern (third-person singular simple present interns, present participle interning, simple past and past participle interned)

📚 Word Origin & History

From French interner, from interne (“inner, internal”), from Latin internus (“within, internal”), compare Etymology 2. From French interne (“inner, internal”), from Latin internus (“within, internal”), from inter (“between”); compare Etymology 1. Borrowed from Latin internus. From English intern or English internship. Borrowed from French interne (“inner, internal”), or directly from Latin internus (“within, internal”), from inter (“between”). From Latin internus....

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• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare intern with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
intern	2	in·tern
indrawn	1	indrawn
interim	3	in-te-rim
interne	3	in-ter-ne
internee	3	in-ter-nee

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