start

How to Split "start" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• start — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of start:

• IPA: /stɑːt/

📖 Definitions

1. The beginning point of a race, a board game, etc.
2. An appearance in a sports game, horserace, etc., from the beginning of the event.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English stert, from the verb sterten (“to start, startle”). See below. From Middle English sterten (“to leap up suddenly, rush out”), from Old English styrtan (“to leap up, start”), from Proto-West Germanic *sturtijan (“to startle, move, set in motion”), from Proto-Indo-European *(s)ter- (“to be stiff”). Cognate with Old Frisian stirta (“to fall down, tumble”), Middle Dutch sterten (“to rush, fall, collapse”) (Dutch storten), Old High German sturzen (“to...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
start	1	start
stride	2	stri-de
street	1	street
strati	2	stra-ti
steward	2	ste-ward

🔗 Related Words

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