press

How to Split "press" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• press — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of press:

• IPA: /pɹɛs/

📖 Definitions

1. press (countable and uncountable, plural presses)
2. An instance of applying pressure; an instance of pressing.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English presse (“throng, crowd, clothespress”), partially from Old English press (“clothespress”) (from Medieval Latin pressa) and from Old French presse (Modern French presse) from Old French presser (“to press”), from Latin pressāre, from pressus, past participle of premere (“to press”). Displaced native Middle English thring (“press, crowd, throng”) (from Old English þring (“a press, crowd, anything that presses or confines”)). From Middle English pressen...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
press	1	press
Paris	2	pa-ris
peruse	3	pe-ru-se
pursue	2	pur-sue
pareses	3	pa-re-ses

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to press:

pref, prep, pres, prey, preen, preach, preamp, precis.