told

Syllables:
told
1 syllable
told in syllables

About "told"

Syllables
1
Letters
4
Language
EN

How to Split "told" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • told — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of told:

  • IPA: /təʊld/

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📖 Definitions

  1. simple past and past participle of tell
  2. told c (singular definite tolden, not used in plural form)

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English tolde, talde (first and third person singular preterite), from Old English tealde (first and third person singular preterite), from Proto-Germanic *talid-, preterite stem of Proto-Germanic *taljaną (“to count; tell”), equivalent to tell +‎ -ed. From Medieval Latin toloneum, an alteration of Latin telōneum. From Old Norse þollr (“wood”). Cognates include Swedish tull, Norwegian Nynorsk toll, Dutch dol. Possibly from the verb tol (“to push”) +‎ -d (frequentat...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word Syllables Division
told 1 told
Tolyatti 3 to-lyat-ti
tilde 2 til-de
titillate 4 ti-til-la-te
toehold 2 toe-hold

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to told:

tole, toll, Toledo, Toltec, Tolkien, tollway, Tolstoy, toluene.

Frequently Asked Questions About "told"

How many syllables does "told" have?

told has 1 syllables: told. The word is divided into 1 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "told"?

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

How do you pronounce "told"?

told is pronounced as /təʊld/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: told.

Is "told" easy to spell?

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

Why learn to divide "told" 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.