tomb

How to Split "tomb" into Syllables

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

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• tomb — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of tomb:

• IPA: /tuːm/

📖 Definitions

1. A small building, or a room within one, for the remains of the dead, with walls, a roof, and (if it is to be used for more than one corpse) a door. It may be partly or wholly in the ground (except for its entrance) in a cemetery, or it may be inside a church proper or in its crypt. Single tombs may be permanently sealed; those for families (or other groups) have doors for access whenever needed.
2. tomb (third-person singular simple present tombs, present participle tombing, simple past and past participle tombed)

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English tombe, toumbe, borrowed from Old French tombe, from Latin tumba from Ancient Greek τύμβος (túmbos, “a sepulchral mound, tomb, grave”), probably from Proto-Indo-European *tewh₂- (“to swell”). The verb is from Middle English tomben. Deverbal from tombar.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

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tomb	1	tomb
tomboy	2	tom-boy
Tampa	2	tam-pa
Thimphu	1	thimphu
thumb	1	thumb

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