About "meme"
How to Split "meme" into Syllables
The word meme is divided into 2 syllables: me·me. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- me — 1st syllable
- me — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of meme:
- IPA: /miːm/
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📖 Definitions
- meme (third-person singular simple present memes, present participle memeing or meming, simple past and past participle memed)
- Internet meme on Wikipedia.Wikipedia
📚 Word Origin & History
Shortened from mimeme, equivalent to mime + -eme. Coined by British biologist Richard Dawkins in 1976 in his book The Selfish Gene. Shortened (after gene) from mimeme (compare English phoneme), anglicized as if from a noun derived from Ancient Greek μῑμέομαι (mīméomai) with the deverbal suffix -μα (-ma), from μῖμος (mîmos, “imitation, copy”). The concept was later applied to the Internet by Mike Godwin. From French mémé (“granny”). Onomatopoeic. Borrowed from Eng...
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Understanding how to break down meme 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 meme with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| meme | 2 | me·me |
| many | 2 | ma-ny |
| momma | 2 | mom-ma |
| Min | 1 | min |
| Mennen | 2 | men-nen |
🔗 Related Words
Explore syllable divisions of words related to meme:
memo, member, memoir, memory, memento, Memling, Memphis, membrane.