hosanna

How to Split "hosanna" into Syllables

The word hosanna is divided into 3 syllables: ho·san·na. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• ho — 1st syllable
• san — 2nd syllable
• na — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of hosanna:

• IPA: /hoʊˈzænə/

📖 Definitions

1. A cry of praise or adoration to God in liturgical use among the Jews, and said to have been shouted in recognition of the Messiahship of Jesus on his entry into Jerusalem; hence since used in the Christian Church.
2. hosanna (third-person singular simple present hosannas, present participle hosannaing, simple past and past participle hosannaed)

📚 Word Origin & History

From Latin osanna, hosanna, from Ancient Greek ὡσαννά (hōsanná), from Aramaic אושענא/ܐܘܫܥܢܐ ('ōsha‘nā), from Biblical Hebrew הוֹשַׁע נָא (hōsha‘ nā, “please save”). Learned borrowing from Latin hosanna, from Ancient Greek ὡσαννά (hōsanná), from Aramaic אושענא/ܐܘܫܥܢܐ ('ōsha‘nā), from Biblical Hebrew הוֹשַׁע נָא (hōsha‘ nā).

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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 hosanna with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
hosanna	3	ho·san·na
highwayman	2	highway-man
Hickman	1	hickman
highwaymen	2	highway-men
hexane	3	he-xa-ne

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to hosanna:

hos, hose, hosp, host, Hosea, hosier, hostel, hosiery.