sortie

How to Split "sortie" into Syllables

The word sortie is divided into 2 syllables: sor·tie. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• sor — 1st syllable
• tie — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of sortie:

• IPA: /ˈsɔːti/

📖 Definitions

1. An attack made by troops from a besieged position; a sally.
2. An act of venturing out to do a task, etc.

📚 Word Origin & History

The noun is borrowed from French sortie (“act of exiting; exit, way out; (military) sally, sortie”), the feminine past participle of sortir (“to exit, go out”), from Old French sortir, from Latin sortīrī, the present active infinitive of sortior (“to cast or draw lots; to choose, select; to distribute, divide; to obtain, receive; to share”), from sors (“something used to determine chances, a lot; casting or drawing of lots; decision by lot; a share”) (ultimately from Proto-Indo...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
sortie	2	sor·tie
seaworthy	2	sea-worthy
Short	1	short
surety	3	su-re-ty
sacred	2	sacr-ed

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to sortie:

sore, sort, sorry, sorta, sorbet, sordid, sorrel, sorrow.