monthly

How to Split "monthly" into Syllables

The word monthly is divided into 2 syllables: month·ly. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• month — 1st syllable
• ly — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of monthly:

• IPA: /ˈmʌnθli/

📖 Definitions

1. A publication that is published once a month.
2. every month, each month, mensually

📚 Word Origin & History

From month +‎ -ly (adjectival suffix), perhaps via Middle English *monethly (attested only adverbially), from Old English mōnaþlīċ (“monthly”), from Proto-West Germanic *mānōþlīk, from Proto-Germanic *mēnōþlīkaz (“monthly”). Cognate with Saterland Frisian moundelk (“monthly”), German monatlich (“monthly”), Danish månedlig (“monthly”), Swedish månatlig (“monthly”), Norwegian Bokmål månedlig (“monthly”), Icelandic mánaðarlegur (“monthly”). From M...

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

Word	Syllables	Division
monthly	2	month·ly
manhandle	2	man-handle
Mendel	2	men-del
Mondale	3	mon-da-le
meddle	1	meddle

🔗 Related Words

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Mon, Mona, Monk, mono, Mont, Monet, money, Monte.