sine

How to Split "sine" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

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

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of sine:

• IPA: /saɪn/

📖 Definitions

1. The y-coordinate of the point on the unit circle at the given anticlockwise angle from the positive x-axis.
2. The sum of the real or complex power series

📚 Word Origin & History

Borrowed from Latin sinus (“curve, bend; bosom”), a translation of Arabic جَيْب (jayb, “bosom”), a misidentification of the notation جيب (j-y-b), written without vowel diacritics, standing for Arabic جِيبَ (jība, “sine”), in turn from Sanskrit ज्या (jyā, “sine, chord, bowstring”) through the similar Sanskrit जीव (jīva, “sine, chord, life, existence”). Doublet of sinus. Borrowed from Spanish cine, from a clipping of Spanish cinema, a reduction o...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
sine	2	si·ne
scummy	2	scum-my
Snow	1	snow
shammy	2	sham-my
Sikkim	2	sik-kim

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to sine:

sin, sing, sink, Sinai, since, sinew, singe, Singh.