About "mysticism"
How to Split "mysticism" into Syllables
The word mysticism is divided into 3 syllables: my·sti·cism. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- my — 1st syllable
- sti — 2nd syllable
- cism — 3rd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of mysticism:
- IPA: /ˈmɪs.tɪˌsɪz.əm/
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📖 Definitions
- mysticism (countable and uncountable, plural mysticisms)
- The beliefs, ideas, or thoughts of mystics.
📚 Word Origin & History
From mystic + -ism, from Old French mistique (“mysterious, full of mystery”), from Latin mysticus (“mystical, mystic, of secret rites”), from Ancient Greek μυστικός (mustikós, “secret, mystic”), from μύστης (mústēs, “one who has been initiated, initiate”) from μῡ́ω (mū́ō, “to close one's lips or eyes; initiate into the mysteries”). Compare Asturian misticismu, Catalan misticisme, French mysticisme, German Mystizismus, Italian misticismo, Portuguese...
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- Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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📊 Similar Words Comparison
Compare mysticism with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| mysticism | 3 | my·sti·cism |
| Mistassini | 4 | mi-stas-si-ni |
| monasticism | 4 | mo-na-sti-cism |
| mistaken | 3 | mi-sta-ken |
🔗 Related Words
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Myst, myself, Mysore, mystic, MySpace, mystery, mystify, mystical.