college

Syllables:
col·le·ge
3 syllables
college in syllables

About "college"

Syllables
3
Letters
7
Language
EN

How to Split "college" into Syllables

The word college is divided into 3 syllables: col·le·ge. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • col — 1st syllable
  • le — 2nd syllable
  • ge — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of college:

  • IPA: /ˈkɒlɪd͡ʒ/

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📖 Definitions

  1. A specialized division of a university.
  2. ⇒ Bengali: কলেজ (kolej)

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English college, from Middle French college, from Old French college, from Latin collēgium. Doublet of collegium. From Middle Dutch college, from Middle French college, from Latin collēgium. From English college. The "sweatshirt" sense is a pseudo-anglicism and is probably due to the prevalence of college related text on such sweatshirts. Borrowed from Middle French college, from Old French college, from Latin collēgium. Inherited from Old French college, from Latin collēgium. B...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word Syllables Division
college 3 col·le·ge
Celsius 2 cel-sius
challis 2 chal-lis
coulis 2 cou-lis
claque 2 cla-que

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to college:

Col, COLA, cold, Cole, coll, Colo, colt, Colby.

Frequently Asked Questions About "college"

How many syllables does "college" have?

college has 3 syllables: col·le·ge. The word is divided into 3 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "college"?

The stress is on the first syllable: col. This means you emphasize the "col" part when pronouncing college.

How do you pronounce "college"?

college is pronounced as /ˈkɒlɪd͡ʒ/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: col·le·ge.

Is "college" easy to spell?

Breaking college into syllables helps with spelling: col·le·ge. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Why learn to divide "college" into syllables?

Learning syllable division helps with correct pronunciation, improved spelling, better reading fluency, and is useful for poetry and lyric writing where syllable counting matters. It's especially helpful for language learners.