them

How to Split "them" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• them — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of them:

• IPA: /ˈðɛm/

📖 Definitions

1. them (third-person, personal pronoun, objective case of they)
2. Used as the direct object of a verb.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English þem, from Old Norse þeim. From Proto-Albanian *θēm-, from Proto-Indo-European *ḱens- (“to say, instruct, announce”). Cognate with Latin cēnseō (“to give an opinion, to judge, guess, reckon”). Potentially a doublet of rrëfej. Several etymologies have been proposed: Inherited from Sanskrit *स्थाम्य (*sthāmya). Borrowed from Old Armenian թեմ (tʻem).

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
them	1	them
tiny	2	ti-ny
Tammi	2	tam-mi
Taiyuan	1	taiyuan
Teuton	2	teu-ton

🔗 Related Words

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the, Thea, thee, then, thew, they, theft, their.