our

How to Split "our" into Syllables

The word our is divided into 1 syllables: our. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• our — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of our:

• IPA: /ˈaʊə(ɹ)/

📖 Definitions

1. You our the lifeblood of the game and we thank you for everything you do. [1]
2. ur (Rumantsch Grischun, Sursilvan, Sutsilvan, Puter, Vallader)

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English oure, from Old English ūre, ūser (“our”), from Proto-Germanic *unseraz (“of us, our”), from Proto-Indo-European *n̥-s-ero- (“our”). Cognate with Scots oor (“our”), West Frisian ús (“our”), Low German uns (“our”), Dutch onze (“our”), German unser, unsere (“our”) Danish vor (“our”), Norwegian vår (“our”), and more distantly Latin noster. From Latin ōra. Inherited from Middle English oure, from Old English ūre, from Proto-West Germa...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
our	1	our
o'er	2	o'-er
Orr	1	orr
OR	1	or
Oreo	2	o-reo

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to our:

ourselves.