stride

How to Split "stride" into Syllables

The word stride is divided into 2 syllables: stri·de. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• stri — 1st syllable
• de — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of stride:

• IPA: /stɹaɪd/

📖 Definitions

1. stride (third-person singular simple present strides, present participle striding, simple past strode, past participle stridden or strode or strid)
2. To stand with the legs wide apart; to straddle.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English striden, from Old English strīdan (“to get by force, pillage, rob; stride”), from Proto-West Germanic *strīdan, from Proto-Germanic *strīdaną. Cognate with Low German striden (“to fight, to stride”), Dutch strijden (“to fight”), German streiten (“to fight, to quarrel”). From Middle English stride, stryde, from Old English stride (“a stride, pace”), from the verb (see above). Doublet of strid. From Old Norse stríða, from Proto-Germanic *strīdaną. F...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
stride	2	stri·de
striated	2	striat-ed
strode	2	stro-de
Saturday	3	sa-tur-day
strati	2	stra-ti

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