About "almond"
How to Split "almond" into Syllables
The word almond is divided into 2 syllables: al·mond. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- al — 1st syllable
- mond — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of almond:
- IPA: /ˈɑː.mənd/
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📖 Definitions
- almond (countable and uncountable, plural almonds)
- bitter almond. of variety Prunus amygdalus var. amara, (syn. Prunus dulcis var. amara), that only produces bitter fruits
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle English almond, almaund, from Old French almande, amande, from Vulgar Latin *amendla, *amandula, from Latin amygdala, from Ancient Greek ἀμυγδάλη (amugdálē), of uncertain origin. Influenced by amandus and by many European words of Arabic origin beginning with the Arabic definite article Arabic ال (al-). Compare Spanish almóndiga and Portuguese almôndega (“meatball”) from Andalusian Arabic البُنْدُقَة (“hazelnut al-bunduqa”). Doublet of amygdala, amy...
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- Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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📊 Similar Words Comparison
Compare almond with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| almond | 2 | al·mond |
| alienate | 4 | a-lie-na-te |
| Almohad | 3 | al-mo-had |
| aliment | 2 | ali-ment |
| Almaty | 3 | al-ma-ty |
🔗 Related Words
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