peregrination

Syllables:
pe·re·gri·na·tion
5 syllables
peregrination in syllables

About "peregrination"

Syllables
5
Letters
13
Language
EN

How to Split "peregrination" into Syllables

The word peregrination is divided into 5 syllables: pe·re·gri·na·tion. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • pe — 1st syllable
  • re — 2nd syllable
  • gri — 3rd syllable
  • na — 4th syllable
  • tion — 5th syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of peregrination:

  • IPA: /ˌpɛɹɪɡɹɪˈneɪʃn̩/

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📖 Definitions

  1. peregrination (countable and uncountable, plural peregrinations)
  2. Douglas Harper (2001–2025), “peregrination”, in Online Etymology Dictionary.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Late Middle English peregrinacioun, peregrinacion (“journey; pilgrimage; (figuratively) human journey through life”), from Anglo-Norman peregrinaciun (“human journey through life”), peregrination (“pilgrimage; overseas travel”), and Old French peregrinacion, peregrination (“pilgrimage; overseas travel”) (modern French pérégrination), and from their etymon Latin peregrīnātiō (“overseas sojourn or travel; (Late Latin) pilgrimage; sojourn; human journey through life”),...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down peregrination 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About "peregrination"

How many syllables does "peregrination" have?

peregrination has 5 syllables: pe·re·gri·na·tion. The word is divided into 5 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "peregrination"?

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

How do you pronounce "peregrination"?

peregrination is pronounced as /ˌpɛɹɪɡɹɪˈneɪʃn̩/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: pe·re·gri·na·tion.

Is "peregrination" easy to spell?

Breaking peregrination into syllables helps with spelling: pe·re·gri·na·tion. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Why learn to divide "peregrination" 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.