metal

How to Split "metal" into Syllables

The word metal is divided into 2 syllables: met·al. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• met — 1st syllable
• al — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of metal:

• IPA: /ˈmɛ.təl/

📖 Definitions

1. metal (countable and uncountable, plural metals)
2. Any of a number of chemical elements in the periodic table that form a metallic bond with other metal atoms; generally shiny, somewhat malleable and hard, often a conductor of heat and electricity.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English metal, a borrowing from Old French metal, from Latin metallum (“metal, mine, quarry, mineral”), itself a borrowing from Ancient Greek μέταλλον (métallon, “mine, quarry, metal”). From Latin metallum, from Ancient Greek μέταλλον (métallon). From Latin metallum, from Ancient Greek μέταλλον (métallon). Borrowed from English metal. Doublet of metall. From Latin metallum, from Ancient Greek μέταλλον (métallon, “metal, mine”). Borrowe...

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Understanding how to break down metal 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
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📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare metal with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
metal	2	met·al
medulla	3	me-dul-la
motel	2	mo-tel
mental	2	ment-al
medal	2	med-al

🔗 Related Words

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met, meta, mete, meter, metes, meths, metro, meteor.