About "lotus"
How to Split "lotus" into Syllables
The word lotus is divided into 2 syllables: lo·tus. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- lo — 1st syllable
- tus — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of lotus:
- IPA: /ˈloʊtəs/
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📖 Definitions
- A kind of aquatic plant, genus Nelumbo in the family Nelumbonaceae.
- A water lily, genus Nymphaea, especially those of Egypt or India. [from 1580s]
📚 Word Origin & History
Unadapted borrowing from Latin lōtus, from Ancient Greek λωτός (lōtós). Doublet of lote. First attested in the 1540s Learned borrowing from Latin lotus. Borrowed from Latin lōtus, from Ancient Greek λωτός (lōtós). From the acronym of Landelijke Opleiding Tot Uitbeelding van Slachtoffers (literally “National Training Course for the Portrayal of Victims”). Borrowed from Latin lōtus, from Ancient Greek λωτός (lōtós). From Dutch lotus, from Latin lōtus, from Ancient Gree...
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- Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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📊 Similar Words Comparison
Compare lotus with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| lotus | 2 | lo·tus |
| Lodz | 1 | lodz |
| latex | 2 | la-tex |
| latish | 2 | la-tish |
| litchi | 1 | litchi |
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