pray

Syllables:
pray
1 syllable
pray in syllables

About "pray"

Syllables
1
Letters
4
Language
EN

How to Split "pray" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • pray — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of pray:

  • IPA: /pɹeɪ/

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📖 Definitions

  1. pray (third-person singular simple present prays, present participle praying, simple past and past participle prayed)
  2. To humbly beg a person for aid or their time.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English preien, from Anglo-Norman preier, from Old French preier, proier (French prier), from Latin precārī, from prex, precis (“a prayer, a request”), from Proto-Italic *preks, from Proto-Indo-European *preḱ- (“to ask, woo”). Displaced native Old English gebiddan. Cognate via Indo-European of Old English frignan, fricgan, German fragen, Dutch vragen. Compare deprecate, imprecate, precarious. Ellipsis of I pray you, I pray thee, whence also prithee.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word Syllables Division
pray 1 pray
pour 1 pour
pear 1 pear
pharaoh 2 pha-raoh
pryer 2 pry-er

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to pray:

pram, prat, Prada, Prado, Praia, prang, prank, prate.

Frequently Asked Questions About "pray"

How many syllables does "pray" have?

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

Where is the stress in "pray"?

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

How do you pronounce "pray"?

pray is pronounced as /pɹeɪ/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: pray.

Is "pray" easy to spell?

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

Why learn to divide "pray" 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.