psychopath

Syllables:
psy·cho·path
3 syllables
psychopath in syllables

About "psychopath"

Syllables
3
Letters
10
Language
EN

How to Split "psychopath" into Syllables

The word psychopath is divided into 3 syllables: psy·cho·path. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • psy — 1st syllable
  • cho — 2nd syllable
  • path — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of psychopath:

  • IPA: /ˈsaɪkoʊˌpæθ/

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📖 Definitions

  1. psychopath (plural psychopaths)
  2. A person with a personality disorder indicated by a pattern of lying, cunning, manipulating, glibness, exploiting, heedlessness, arrogance, delusions of grandeur, carelessness, low self-control, disregard for morality, lack of acceptance of responsibility, callousness, and lack of empathy and remorse. Such a person may be especially prone to violent and criminal offenses.

📚 Word Origin & History

From German psychopathisch, from Ancient Greek ψυχή (psukhḗ, “soul”) + πάθος (páthos, “suffering”).

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word Syllables Division
psychopath 3 psy·cho·path
phosphate 2 phospha-te
pussyfoot 3 pus-sy-foot
passivity 4 pas-si-vi-ty
passivated 4 pas-si-vat-ed

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to psychopath:

psych, psyche, psycho, psych's, psychic, psychos, psychical, psychoses.

Frequently Asked Questions About "psychopath"

How many syllables does "psychopath" have?

psychopath has 3 syllables: psy·cho·path. The word is divided into 3 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "psychopath"?

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

How do you pronounce "psychopath"?

psychopath is pronounced as /ˈsaɪkoʊˌpæθ/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: psy·cho·path.

Is "psychopath" easy to spell?

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

Why learn to divide "psychopath" 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.