leek

How to Split "leek" into Syllables

The word leek is divided into 1 syllables: leek. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• leek — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of leek:

• IPA: /liːk/

📖 Definitions

1. A vegetable of variety Allium ampeloprasum, having edible leaves and an onion-like bulb but with a milder flavour than the onion.
2. Any of several species of Allium, broadly resembling the domesticated plant in appearance in the wild.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English leke, leek, lek, from Old English lēac (“a garden herb, leek, onion, garlic”), from Proto-West Germanic *lauk, from Proto-Germanic *lauką *laukaz (“leek, onion”), from Proto-Indo-European *lewg- (“to bend”). Cognate with Dutch look (“garlic, leek”), German Low German Look (“leek”), German Lauch (“leek, allium”), Danish løg (“onion”), Swedish lök (“onion”), Icelandic laukur (“onion, leek, garlic”). See garlic. From Latin lāicus (“laym...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
leek	1	leek
lichee	2	li-chee
Lakisha	3	la-ki-sha
luggage	3	lug-ga-ge
lass	1	lass

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to leek:

lee, leer, lees, leech, Leeds, leery, leeway, leering.