sough

How to Split "sough" into Syllables

The word sough is divided into 1 syllables: sough. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• sough — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of sough:

• IPA: /saʊ/

📖 Definitions

1. sough (third-person singular simple present soughs, present participle soughing, simple past and past participle soughed)
2. To make a soft rustling or murmuring sound.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English *sough, swough, swogh, from Middle English swoȝen, swowen, from Old English swōgan (“to make a sound; move with noise; rush; roar”), from Proto-West Germanic *swōgan, from Proto-Germanic *swōganą from Proto-Indo-European *sweh₂gʰ-, same source as English echo (via Ancient Greek). Cognate with Scots souch (“sough”), Icelandic súgur (“a rushing sound, rustle”). Noun replaced Middle English swei, sweȝ from Old English swēg. More at swoon. From Middle Engli...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
sough	1	sough
squish	1	squish
suss	1	suss
Schick	1	schick
such	1	such

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