shrine

How to Split "shrine" into Syllables

The word shrine is divided into 2 syllables: shri·ne. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• shri — 1st syllable
• ne — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of shrine:

• IPA: /ʃɹaɪ̯n/

📖 Definitions

1. A holy or sacred place dedicated to a specific deity, ancestor, hero, martyr, saint, or similar figure of awe and respect, at which said figure is venerated or worshipped.
2. A case, box, or receptacle, especially one in which are deposited sacred relics, as the bones of a saint.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English shryne, from Old English scrīn (“reliquary, ark of the covenant”), from Medieval Latin scrīnium (“reliquary”), “case or chest for books or papers” in Classical Latin. Ultimately from Proto-Indo-European *(s)ker- (“to turn, bend”). Compare Old Norse skrín, Old High German skrīni (German Schrein). Old English scrīn (“reliquary, ark of the covenant”), from Medieval Latin scrīnium (“reliquary”).

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
• Improved spelling — Breaking words into chunks makes them easier to remember and write
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• Language learning — Non-native speakers benefit from syllable awareness

📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare shrine with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
shrine	2	shri·ne
serene	3	se-re-ne
Syrian	2	sy-rian
sarnie	2	sar-nie
scram	1	scram

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to shrine:

shred, Shrek, shrew, shrub, shrug, shrank, shrewd, shriek.