About "meek"
How to Split "meek" into Syllables
The word meek is divided into 1 syllables: meek. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- meek — 1st syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of meek:
- IPA: /miːk/
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📖 Definitions
- meek (comparative meeker, superlative meekest)
- Humble, non-boastful, modest, meager, or self-effacing.
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle English meek, meke, meoc, unknown origin, likely related to Old English smēag (“subtle, stealthy, etc.”) and smūgan and possibly a borrowing from Old Norse mjúkr (“soft; meek”), from Proto-Germanic *meukaz, *mūkaz (“soft; supple”), from Proto-Indo-European *mewg-, *mewk- (“slick, slippery; to slip”). Cognate with Swedish and Norwegian Nynorsk mjuk (“soft”), Norwegian Bokmål myk (“soft”), and Danish myg (“supple”), Dutch muik (“soft, overripe”), di...
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down meek 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 meek with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| meek | 1 | meek |
| Mesa | 2 | me-sa |
| Micah | 2 | mi-cah |
| maxis | 2 | ma-xis |
| Moses | 2 | mo-ses |
🔗 Related Words
Explore syllable divisions of words related to meek:
meed, meet, meeter, meeting, meerschaum, meetinghouse.