About "woman"
How to Split "woman" into Syllables
The word woman is divided into 2 syllables: wo·man. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- wo — 1st syllable
- man — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of woman:
- IPA: /ˈwʊm.ən/
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📖 Definitions
- For more quotations using this term, see Citations:woman.
- A female person, usually an adult: a (generally adult) female sentient being, whether human, supernatural, elf, alien, etc.
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle English womman, from earlier wimman, wifman, from Old English wīfmann (“woman”, literally “female person”), a compound of wīf (“woman, female”, whence English wife) + mann (“person, human being”, whence English man). For details on the pronunciation and spelling history, see the usage notes below. Cognate with Scots woman, weman (“woman”), Saterland Frisian Wieuwmoanske (“female person, female human, woman”). Similar constructions can be found in West Fri...
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down woman 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 woman with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| woman | 2 | wo·man |
| Wynn | 1 | wynn |
| wham | 1 | wham |
| won | 1 | won |
| wino | 2 | wi-no |
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