lade

How to Split "lade" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

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

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of lade:

• IPA: /leɪd/

📖 Definitions

1. lade (third-person singular simple present lades, present participle lading, simple past laded or (dated) lode, past participle laden or laded)
2. To fill or load (related to cargo or a shipment).

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English laden, from Old English hladan and Old English hleadan, from Proto-West Germanic *hlaþan, from Proto-Germanic *hlaþaną (“to load”), from Proto-Indo-European *kleh₂- (“to put, lay out”). From Middle English lad, from Old English lād, from Proto-Germanic *laidō (“a way, course”). Related to lode, lead (“to conduct”). From Middle High German laden, from Old High German hladan, from Proto-West Germanic *hlaþan. From Old Norse hlaða, from Proto-Germanic *h...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
lade	2	la·de
Latoya	2	la-toya
lite	2	li-te
late	2	la-te
layette	2	layet-te

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to lade:

lad, lady, laden, ladle, ladder, laddie, lading, Ladoga.