pluck

How to Split "pluck" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• pluck — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of pluck:

• IPA: /plʌk/

📖 Definitions

1. pluck (third-person singular simple present plucks, present participle plucking, simple past and past participle plucked or (obsolete) pluckt)
2. 1937, Labour Party (Great Britain), Report of the Annual Conference (volumes 37-40, page 281)

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English plucken, plukken, plockien, from Old English pluccian, ploccian (“to pluck, pull away, tear”), also Old English plyċċan ("to pluck, pull, snatch; pluck with desire"), from Proto-West Germanic *plukkōn, from Proto-Germanic *plukkōną, *plukkijaną (“to pluck”), of uncertain and disputed origin. Perhaps related to Old English pullian (“to pull, draw; pluck off; snatch”). Cognate with Saterland Frisian plukje (“to pluck”), West Frisian plôkje (“to pick, pl...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
pluck	1	pluck
philology	4	phi-lo-lo-gy
Polk	1	polk
plush	1	plush
public	2	pu-blic

🔗 Related Words

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plug, plum, plus, plumb, plume, plump, plumy, plunk.