stoke

How to Split "stoke" into Syllables

The word stoke is divided into 2 syllables: sto·ke. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• sto — 1st syllable
• ke — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of stoke:

• IPA: /stəʊk/

📖 Definitions

1. stoke (third-person singular simple present stokes, present participle stoking, simple past and past participle stoked)
2. An act of poking, piercing, thrusting

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English stoken, from Middle Dutch stoken (“to poke, thrust”) or Middle Low German stoken (“to poke, thrust”), from Old Dutch *stokon or Old Saxon *stokon, both from Proto-West Germanic *stokōn, from Proto-Germanic *stukōną (“to be stiff, push”), from Proto-Indo-European *(s)tewg- (“to push, beat”). Cognate with Middle High German stoken (“to pierce, jab”), Norwegian Nynorsk stauka (“to push, thrust”). Alternative etymology derives the Middle English word fr...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
stoke	2	sto·ke
swastika	3	swa-sti-ka
Swedish	2	swe-dish
Stokes	2	sto-kes
States	2	sta-tes

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to stoke:

STOL, stop, stow, stoat, stock, stogy, stoic, stole.