meringue

How to Split "meringue" into Syllables

The word meringue is divided into 3 syllables: me·ri·ngue. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• me — 1st syllable
• ri — 2nd syllable
• ngue — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of meringue:

• IPA: /məˈɹæŋ/

📖 Definitions

1. meringue (countable and uncountable, plural meringues)
2. A mixture consisting of beaten egg whites and sugar which is added to the tops of pies then browned.

📚 Word Origin & History

Borrowed from French meringue. Historically, it was believed that meringue was invented in and named for the Swiss village of Meiringen, but the term is now thought to derive instead from Middle Dutch meringue (“light evening meal”), of unclear origin: perhaps from Latin merenda (“light evening meal”), or perhaps from Middle Dutch *meren (“to dip or soak bread”), from Old Dutch *meren, itself of unclear origin: perhaps from Proto-Germanic *marjaną (“to grind, pound”), from Proto...

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• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
• Improved spelling — Breaking words into chunks makes them easier to remember and write
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📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare meringue with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
meringue	3	me·ri·ngue
Murmansk	2	mur-mansk
mourning	2	mourn-ing
morning	2	morn-ing
mooring	2	moor-ing

🔗 Related Words

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mere, Merak, Merck, mercy, meres, merge, merit, Merle.