rumor

How to Split "rumor" into Syllables

The word rumor is divided into 2 syllables: ru·mor. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• ru — 1st syllable
• mor — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of rumor:

• IPA: /ˈɹuːmə(ɹ)/

📖 Definitions

1. rumor (countable and uncountable, plural rumors) (American spelling)
2. rumor (third-person singular simple present rumors, present participle rumoring, simple past and past participle rumored)

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English rumour, from Old French rumeur, from Latin rūmor (“common talk”), ultimately from Proto-Indo-European *h₃rewH- (“to shout, to roar”). Borrowed from Latin rūmōrem (a borrowing per DCVB). Doublet of remor. First attested in the 14th century. Borrowed from English rumor, from Middle English rumour, from Old French rumeur, from Latin rūmor (“common talk”), ultimately from Proto-Indo-European *h₃rewH- (“to shout, to roar”). From Proto-Italic *roumōs, from...

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Understanding how to break down rumor 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
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📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare rumor with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
rumor	2	ru·mor
Rainier	3	rai-ni-er
Ramiro	3	ra-mi-ro
rhymer	2	rhym-er
remarry	3	re-mar-ry

🔗 Related Words

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rum, rump, rumba, rummy, rumble, rummer, rumple, rumply.