avenge

How to Split "avenge" into Syllables

The word avenge is divided into 3 syllables: a·ve·nge. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• a — 1st syllable
• ve — 2nd syllable
• nge — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of avenge:

• IPA: /əˈvɛnd͡ʒ/

📖 Definitions

1. avenge (third-person singular simple present avenges, present participle avenging, simple past and past participle avenged)
2. The object of "avenge" is generally the act of injury or the injured party, never (in modern usage) the injuring party. The injuring party may be specified with "on," as in "to avenge X on his killer," but this is rather more common with "take/get revenge" and "revenge oneself" than with "avenge."

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English avengen, borrowed from Old French avengier, from a- (“upon”) + vengier, from Latin vindicō, vindicāre.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
avenge	3	a·ve·nge
Apennines	4	a-pen-ni-nes
affiance	3	af-fian-ce
avionic	3	a-vio-nic
abeyance	3	a-beyan-ce

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