About "toque"
How to Split "toque" into Syllables
The word toque is divided into 2 syllables: to·que. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- to — 1st syllable
- que — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of toque:
- IPA: /təʊk/
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📖 Definitions
- 1957—Samuel Beckett, "Endgame",
- In a dressing-gown, a stiff toque on his head, a large blood-stained handkerchief over his face, a whistle hanging from his neck, a rug over his knees, thick socks on his feet, Hamm seems to be asleep.
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle French toque (“toque”), from Arabic طَاقِيَّة (ṭāqiyya). 1871. Assimilated from Canadian French tuque. Likely to be a hypercorrection from the time that toque was already in the dictionaries when they did not yet list tuque as a kind of hat. The French word tuque for hat is itself not strictly a deformation of French toque: it is also related to other meanings of tuque and to its former name bonnet à la turque (literally “Turkish-style bunnet/cap”). From Spanish ...
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down toque 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 toque with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| toque | 2 | to·que |
| techie | 2 | te-chie |
| these | 2 | the-se |
| thug | 1 | thug |
| toss | 1 | toss |