suspicious

Syllables:
su·spi·cious
3 syllables
suspicious in syllables

About "suspicious"

Syllables
3
Letters
10
Language
EN

How to Split "suspicious" into Syllables

The word suspicious is divided into 3 syllables: su·spi·cious. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • su — 1st syllable
  • spi — 2nd syllable
  • cious — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of suspicious:

  • IPA: /səˈspɪʃ.əs/

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📖 Definitions

  1. suspicious (comparative more suspicious, superlative most suspicious)
  2. Distrustful or tending to suspect.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Old French sospecious, from Latin suspiciosus, suspitiosus.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word Syllables Division
suspicious 3 su·spi·cious
spik 1 spik
spake 2 spa-ke
Seebeck 2 see-beck
Skopje 2 skop-je

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to suspicious:

SUSE, suss, Susan, sushi, Susie, Susana, Sussex, Susanna.

Frequently Asked Questions About "suspicious"

How many syllables does "suspicious" have?

suspicious has 3 syllables: su·spi·cious. The word is divided into 3 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "suspicious"?

The stress is on the first syllable: su. This means you emphasize the "su" part when pronouncing suspicious.

How do you pronounce "suspicious"?

suspicious is pronounced as /səˈspɪʃ.əs/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: su·spi·cious.

Is "suspicious" easy to spell?

Breaking suspicious into syllables helps with spelling: su·spi·cious. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Why learn to divide "suspicious" into syllables?

Learning syllable division helps with correct pronunciation, improved spelling, better reading fluency, and is useful for poetry and lyric writing where syllable counting matters. It's especially helpful for language learners.