About "commission"
How to Split "commission" into Syllables
The word commission is divided into 3 syllables: com·mis·sion. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- com — 1st syllable
- mis — 2nd syllable
- sion — 3rd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of commission:
- IPA: /kəˈmɪʃən/
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📖 Definitions
- commission (countable and uncountable, plural commissions)
- A sending or mission (to do or accomplish something).
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle English commissioun, from Old French commission, from Latin commissiō (“sending together; commission”), from prefix com- (“with”) + noun of action missiō (“sending”), from perfect passive participle missus (“sent”), from the verb mittō (“to send”) + noun of action suffix -iō. Compare Italian camicia and Romanian cămeșă. From English commission. Compare Wu 康密興 / 康密兴 (1khaon-miq-shin). Borrowed from Latin commissiōnem.
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
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- 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 commission with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| commission | 3 | com·mis·sion |
| concession | 3 | con-ces-sion |
| coonskin | 1 | coonskin |
| consume | 3 | con-su-me |
| communism | 3 | com-mu-nism |
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