recapitulate

How to Split "recapitulate" into Syllables

The word recapitulate is divided into 6 syllables: re·ca·pi·tu·la·te. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• re — 1st syllable
• ca — 2nd syllable
• pi — 3rd syllable
• tu — 4th syllable
• la — 5th syllable
• te — 6th syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of recapitulate:

• IPA: /ɹiːkəˈpɪtʃʊleɪt/

📖 Definitions

1. recapitulate (third-person singular simple present recapitulates, present participle recapitulating, simple past and past participle recapitulated)
2. “recapitulate”, in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: G. & C. Merriam, 1913, →OCLC.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Late Latin recapitulātus, past participle of recapitulāre (“to go over the main points of a thing again”), from re- (“again”) +‎ capitulum (“head, main part, chapter”), from caput (“head”) +‎ -ulum (diminutive suffix); see capitulate. By surface analysis, re- +‎ capitulate.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down recapitulate 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

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