About "magic"
How to Split "magic" into Syllables
The word magic is divided into 2 syllables: ma·gic. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- ma — 1st syllable
- gic — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of magic:
- IPA: /ˈmad͡ʒɪk/
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📖 Definitions
- magic (usually uncountable, plural magics)
- The application of rituals or actions, especially those based on occult knowledge, to subdue or manipulate natural or supernatural beings and forces in order to have some benefit from them. [from 14th c.]
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle English magik, magyk, from Old French magique (noun and adjective), from Latin magicus (adjective), magica (noun use of feminine form of magicus), from Ancient Greek μαγικός (magikós, “magical”), from μάγος (mágos, “magus”). Ultimately from Old Iranian, probably derived from Proto-Indo-European *meh₂gʰ- (“to be able to, to help; power, sorcerer”). Displaced native Old English ġealdor (survived in Middle English galder), and dwimmer. Borrowed from French ...
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📊 Similar Words Comparison
Compare magic with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| magic | 2 | ma·gic |
| mooch | 1 | mooch |
| Monica | 3 | mo-ni-ca |
| Mk | 1 | mk |
| McKay | 1 | mckay |
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