politic

Syllables:
po·li·tic
3 syllables
politic in syllables

About "politic"

Syllables
3
Letters
7
Language
EN

How to Split "politic" into Syllables

The word politic is divided into 3 syllables: po·li·tic. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • po — 1st syllable
  • li — 2nd syllable
  • tic — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of politic:

  • IPA: /ˈpɒlətɪk/

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📖 Definitions

  1. politic (comparative more politic, superlative most politic)
  2. Shrewd, prudent and expedient; showing policy.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle French politique, from Latin politicus, from Ancient Greek πολιτικός (politikós), from πολίτης (polítēs, “citizen”). Cognate with German politisch (“political”). Doublet of politico. Back-formation from politicking. From Latin polīticus, from Ancient Greek πολιτικός (politikós). Borrowed from Latin politicus or French politique.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word Syllables Division
politic 3 po·li·tic
Pilates 3 pi-la-tes
politico 4 po-li-ti-co
pilothouse 4 pi-lo-thou-se
politics's 3 po-li-tics's

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to politic:

Pol, pole, Polk, poll, polo, poly, polar, poles.

Frequently Asked Questions About "politic"

How many syllables does "politic" have?

politic has 3 syllables: po·li·tic. The word is divided into 3 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "politic"?

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

How do you pronounce "politic"?

politic is pronounced as /ˈpɒlətɪk/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: po·li·tic.

Is "politic" easy to spell?

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

Why learn to divide "politic" 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.