About "entail"
How to Split "entail" into Syllables
The word entail is divided into 2 syllables: en·tail. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- en — 1st syllable
- tail — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of entail:
- IPA: /ɛnˈteɪl/
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📖 Definitions
- entail (third-person singular simple present entails, present participle entailing, simple past and past participle entailed)
- 1754-1762, David Hume, The History of England
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle English entaillen, from Old French entaillier, entailler (“to notch”, literally “to cut in”); from prefix en- + tailler (“to cut”), from Late Latin taliare, from Latin talea. Compare late Latin feudum talliatum (“a fee entailed, i.e., curtailed or limited”). From Middle English entaille (“carving”), from Old French entaille (“incision”), from the verb entailler. See above.
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down entail 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
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