About "strike"
How to Split "strike" into Syllables
The word strike is divided into 2 syllables: stri·ke. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- stri — 1st syllable
- ke — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of strike:
- IPA: /stɹaɪk/
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📖 Definitions
- strike (third-person singular simple present strikes, present participle striking, simple past struck or (nonstandard) striked or (all, obsolete) strook or stroke or strake, past participle struck or (nonstandard) striked or (all, obsolete) strook or stroke or strake or (see usage notes) stricken or (both, obsolete) strucken)
- To have a sharp or sudden physical effect, as of a blow.
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle English stryken, from Old English strīcan, from Proto-West Germanic *strīkan, from Proto-Germanic *strīkaną, from Proto-Indo-European *streyg- (“to stroke, rub, press”). Cognate with Dutch strijken, German streichen, Danish stryge, Icelandic strýkja, strýkva. Unadapted borrowing from English strike. Unadapted borrowing from English strike.
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down strike 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 strike with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| strike | 2 | stri·ke |
| sidetrack | 3 | si-de-track |
| storehouse | 4 | sto-re-hou-se |
| stork | 1 | stork |
| steerage | 3 | stee-ra-ge |
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