prize

How to Split "prize" into Syllables

The word prize is divided into 2 syllables: pri·ze. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• pri — 1st syllable
• ze — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of prize:

• IPA: /pɹaɪz/

📖 Definitions

1. That which is taken from another; something captured; a thing seized by force, stratagem, or superior power.
2. An honour or reward striven for in a competitive contest; anything offered to be competed for, or as an inducement to, or reward of, effort.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English prise, from Old French prise (“a taking, capture, a seizure, a thing seized, a prize, booty, also hold, purchase”), past participle of prendre (“to take, to capture”), from Latin prēndere (“to take, seize”); see prehend. Compare prison, apprise, comprise, enterprise, purprise, reprisal, surprise, etc. Doublet of prise. From Middle English prysen, borrowed from Old French preisier (“to set a price or value on, esteem, value”), from pris (“price”), from L...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
prize	2	pri·ze
piracy	3	pi-ra-cy
peerage	3	pee-ra-ge
purge	2	pur-ge
Percy	2	per-cy

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to prize:

prig, prim, Priam, Price, prick, pricy, pride, prier.