Psalter

How to Split "Psalter" into Syllables

The word Psalter is divided into 2 syllables: psalt·er. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• psalt — 1st syllable
• er — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of Psalter:

• IPA: /ˈsɔːltə(ɹ)/

📖 Definitions

1. Perhaps the viol d'amour underwent several modifications, as its name was changed to psalter in the belief of its being the ancient instrument so denominated, which is quite different, according to most authorities — not belonging to the fidicinal tribe.
2. quinquagene (a collection of 50 psalms, typically with commentary)

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English psauter & sauter, from Old French psautier & saltier, from Latin psalterium (“a kind of lute or zither”), from Ancient Greek ψᾰλτήρῐον (psăltḗrĭon, “harp”). Doublet of psalterion, psalterium, and psaltery. From Middle Dutch psalter m. Likely not directly inherited from Old Dutch psaltare n, psaltere in this form, as the expected form (in accordance with Middle Dutch L-vocalization) is souter, an obsolete form which does appear to be inherited; see ther...

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