About "bonus"
How to Split "bonus" into Syllables
The word bonus is divided into 2 syllables: bo·nus. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- bo — 1st syllable
- nus — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of bonus:
- IPA: /ˈbəʊ.nəs/
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📖 Definitions
- bonus (plural bonuses or bonusses or (nonstandard) boni)
- Something extra that is good; an added benefit.
📚 Word Origin & History
Borrowed from Latin bonus (“good”). Doublet of bona. Borrowed from Latin bonus. Via English bonus from Latin bonus (“good”). Borrowed from Latin bonus (“good”). Borrowed from English bonus or Latin bonus. English bonus, from Latin bonus. Compare bon (“good”), a doublet inherited from the same Latin word. From Dutch bonus, from Latin bonus (“good”). Unadapted borrowing from Latin bonus, either through English or influenced by English. Compare the inherited doublet buono (“go...
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- Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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📊 Similar Words Comparison
Compare bonus with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| bonus | 2 | bo·nus |
| bongo | 2 | bo-ngo |
| bench | 1 | bench |
| bung | 1 | bung |
| bionic | 2 | bio-nic |
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