About "meeting"
How to Split "meeting" into Syllables
The word meeting is divided into 2 syllables: meet·ing. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- meet — 1st syllable
- ing — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of meeting:
- IPA: /ˈmiːtɪŋ/
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📖 Definitions
- meeting (countable and uncountable, plural meetings)
- A gathering of persons for a purpose; an assembly.
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle English meeting, meting, from Old English mēting, ġemēting (“meeting, assembly, association, society”), equivalent to meet + -ing. Cognate with West Frisian moeting (“meeting, encounter”), Dutch ontmoeting (“meeting, encounter”), Middle Low German mö̂tinge (“meeting”). Compare also German Low German Möte (“meeting, encounter”), Danish møde (“meeting, encounter”), Swedish möte (“meeting, encounter”), Icelandic mót (“meeting”). Related to moo...
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down meeting 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 meeting with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| meeting | 2 | meet·ing |
| mounting | 2 | mount-ing |
| mattins | 2 | mat-tins |
| maintenance | 4 | main-te-nan-ce |
| mouthing | 2 | mouth-ing |
🔗 Related Words
Explore syllable divisions of words related to meeting:
meed, meek, meet, meeter, meerschaum, meetinghouse.