people

How to Split "people" into Syllables

The word people is divided into 2 syllables: peo·ple. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• peo — 1st syllable
• ple — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of people:

• IPA: /ˈpiː.pl̩/

📖 Definitions

1. people (countable and uncountable, plural peoples)
2. plural of person: a body of persons considered generally or collectively; a group of two or more persons.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English puple, peple, peeple, from Anglo-Norman people, from Old French pueple, peuple, pople, from Latin populus (“a people, nation”), from Old Latin populus, from earlier poplus, from even earlier poplos, from Proto-Italic *poplos (“army”) of unknown origin. Doublet of pueblo. Gradually ousted native English lede and, partially, folk. Originally used with singular verbs (e.g. "the people is hungry, and weary, and thirsty, in the wilderness" in the King James Version of 2 S...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
people	2	peo·ple
Philly	2	phil-ly
pawl	1	pawl
pupil	2	pu-pil
pale	2	pa-le

🔗 Related Words

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peon, peony, Peoria, peonage, people's.