meiosis

Syllables:
meio·sis
2 syllables
meiosis in syllables

About "meiosis"

Syllables
2
Letters
7
Language
EN

How to Split "meiosis" into Syllables

The word meiosis is divided into 2 syllables: meio·sis. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • meio — 1st syllable
  • sis — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of meiosis:

  • IPA: /maɪˈəʊ.sɪs/

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📖 Definitions

  1. meiosis (countable and uncountable, plural meioses)
  2. Meronyms: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase, reduction division, equation division

📚 Word Origin & History

From Ancient Greek μείωσις (meíōsis, “a lessening”), from μειόω (meióō, “I lessen”), from μείων (meíōn, “less”). The biological sense was coined by British biologists John Bretland Farmer and by John Edmund Sharrock Moore in 1905 as maiosis in a paper in the Quarterly Journal of Microscopic Science, with the spelling corrected on etymological grounds later that year. Doublet of miosis. Borrowed from English meiosis, from Ancient Greek μείωσις (meíōsis...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word Syllables Division
meiosis 2 meio·sis
misses 2 mis-ses
mangy 2 ma-ngy
mung 1 mung
minus 2 mi-nus

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to meiosis:

Meir, Meier, Meiji, Meighen, meiotic.

Frequently Asked Questions About "meiosis"

How many syllables does "meiosis" have?

meiosis has 2 syllables: meio·sis. The word is divided into 2 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "meiosis"?

The stress is on the first syllable: meio. This means you emphasize the "meio" part when pronouncing meiosis.

How do you pronounce "meiosis"?

meiosis is pronounced as /maɪˈəʊ.sɪs/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: meio·sis.

Is "meiosis" easy to spell?

Breaking meiosis into syllables helps with spelling: meio·sis. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Why learn to divide "meiosis" into syllables?

Learning syllable division helps with correct pronunciation, improved spelling, better reading fluency, and is useful for poetry and lyric writing where syllable counting matters. It's especially helpful for language learners.