album

How to Split "album" into Syllables

The word album is divided into 2 syllables: al·bum. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• al — 1st syllable
• bum — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of album:

• IPA: /ˈælbəm/

📖 Definitions

1. A book specially designed to keep photographs, stamps, or autographs.
2. A collection, especially of literary items

📚 Word Origin & History

Borrowed from Latin album (“blank white writing tablet”), from albus (“white”). From English help. Borrowed from English album. Borrowed from Latin album. Later influenced by German Album and English album. Borrowed from German Album, from Latin album (“blank white writing tablet”), from albus (“white”). From Dutch album, from Latin album. Unadapted borrowing from German Album, from Latin album amīcōrum (literally “white thing of friends”). Doublet of albo. Cf. English alb...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
album	2	al·bum
albumin	3	al-bu-min
Albion	2	al-bion
alpine	3	al-pi-ne
albino	3	al-bi-no

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