About "tole"
How to Split "tole" into Syllables
The word tole is divided into 2 syllables: to·le. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- to — 1st syllable
- le — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of tole:
- IPA: /tol/
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📖 Definitions
- A decorative metalware having a lacquered or enamelled surface that is painted or gilded.
- tole (third-person singular simple present toles, present participle toling, simple past toled, past participle toled or tollen)
📚 Word Origin & History
From French tôle (“sheet iron”), from dialectal French taule (“table”), from Latin tabula. Doublet of table. From Old English *tyll, related to betyllan (“to allure”) and fortyllan (“to seduce”). See toll. From Middle High German doln, from Old High German dolēn (“to endure”). From Old English tōl. From Old English tyllan. From Old Norse þola. Borrowed from Arabic طَالِع (ṭāliʕ).
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down tole 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 tole with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| tole | 2 | to·le |
| they'll | 1 | they'll |
| tidal | 2 | tid-al |
| Tell | 1 | tell |
| total | 2 | tot-al |
🔗 Related Words
Explore syllable divisions of words related to tole:
told, toll, Toledo, Toltec, Tolkien, tollway, Tolstoy, toluene.