soup

How to Split "soup" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• soup — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of soup:

• IPA: /suːp/

📖 Definitions

1. soup (countable and uncountable, plural soups)
2. Any of various dishes commonly made by combining liquids, such as water or stock, with other ingredients, such as meat and vegetables, that contribute the food value, flavor, and texture.

📚 Word Origin & History

The noun is from Middle English soupe, sowpe, from Old French soupe, souppe, sope, from Late Latin suppa (“sopped bread”), from Proto-Germanic *supô (compare Middle Dutch sope (“broth”)). Doublet of sop and zuppa. See also sup and supper. The verb is from the noun. From Middle English soupen, from Old English sūpan (“to sup, sip”), from Proto-Germanic *sūpaną. More at sup. From Middle English soupe, from Old English sūpe (“sup; draught”). From Middle English swopen, from Ol...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
soup	1	soup
seep	1	seep
spiffy	2	spif-fy
squiffy	2	squif-fy
squib	1	squib

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to soup:

sou, souk, soul, sour, sous, sough, sound, soupy.