loth

How to Split "loth" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• loth — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of loth:

• IPA: /ləʊt/

📖 Definitions

1. loth (comparative lother, superlative lothest)
2. The spelling loath is about four times as common as loth in Britain, and about fifty times as common in the United States. Loth had more currency in the US in the 19th century, appearing in Webster’s 1828 dictionary, but not the 1913 edition.

📚 Word Origin & History

See loath. From German Loth (obsolete), Lot, later also from Dutch lood, both specific usages of the word for ‘lead’. Doublet of lead. From Old English lāþ (“hateful”). From Proto-Celtic *lutā. From Proto-Celtic *luto-, *lutno-, from Proto-Indo-European *polH- (“animal young”), ultimately from *peh₂w- (“smallness”), see also Ancient Greek πῶλος (pôlos), English foal, Albanian pelë (“mare”), Old Armenian ուլ (ul, “kid, fawn”)).

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
loth	1	loth
lied	2	li-ed
lath	1	lath
lite	2	li-te
lid	1	lid

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to loth:

lot, Lott, lotto, lotus, lotion, Lottie, lottery, Lothario.