About "outfall"
How to Split "outfall" into Syllables
The word outfall is divided into 2 syllables: out·fall. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- out — 1st syllable
- fall — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of outfall:
- IPA: /ˈaʊtˌfɔl/
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📖 Definitions
- outfall (third-person singular simple present outfalls, present participle outfalling, simple past outfell, past participle outfallen)
- The point or place of discharge of a river, drain, culvert, sewer, etc.; mouth; embouchure.
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle English outfallen, equivalent to out- + fall. Compare Dutch uitvallen (“to fall out, sally”), German ausfallen (“to fall out, lunge”), Swedish utfalla (“to fall out”). From out- + fall. Compare Dutch uitval (“outburst, sally, eruption”), German Ausfall (“falling out, sally”), Swedish utfall (“sally, issue”).
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
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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
- Reading fluency — Recognizing syllable patterns speeds up reading comprehension
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📊 Similar Words Comparison
Compare outfall with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| outfall | 2 | out·fall |
| oedipal | 3 | oe-dip-al |
| outflow | 1 | outflow |
| outplay | 1 | outplay |
| oddball | 1 | oddball |
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