per

Syllables:
per
1 syllable
per in syllables

About "per"

Syllables
1
Letters
3
Language
EN

How to Split "per" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • per — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of per:

  • IPA: /pɜː/

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📖 Definitions

  1. To each, in each (used in expressing ratios of units).
  2. In senses equivalent to "each", per is typically followed by a singular noun phrase with no determiner.

📚 Word Origin & History

Clipping of English Persian. From Latin per (“through, during”), from Proto-Indo-European *per. Doublet of par. Shortening of person, coined by Marge Piercy in Woman on the Edge of Time (1979) Inherited from Old Navarro-Aragonese per, from Latin per. From Latin pilus. Compare Romanian păr. From Latin pirus. Compare Romanian păr. From Latin per. From Middle Breton per, from Proto-Brythonic *per, a borrowing from Latin pira, plural of pirum. Cognate with Cornish per, Welsh pêr. From Proto...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word Syllables Division
per 1 per
pry 1 pry
Pryor 1 pryor
Popper 2 popp-er
prior 1 prior

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to per:

perk, Perl, perm, pert, Peru, perv, perch, Percy.

Frequently Asked Questions About "per"

How many syllables does "per" have?

per has 1 syllables: per. The word is divided into 1 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "per"?

The stress is on the first syllable: per. This means you emphasize the "per" part when pronouncing per.

How do you pronounce "per"?

per is pronounced as /pɜː/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: per.

Is "per" easy to spell?

Breaking per into syllables helps with spelling: per. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Why learn to divide "per" into syllables?

Learning syllable division helps with correct pronunciation, improved spelling, better reading fluency, and is useful for poetry and lyric writing where syllable counting matters. It's especially helpful for language learners.