About "indigo"
How to Split "indigo" into Syllables
The word indigo is divided into 3 syllables: in·di·go. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- in — 1st syllable
- di — 2nd syllable
- go — 3rd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of indigo:
- IPA: /ˈɪn.dɪˌɡəʊ/
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📖 Definitions
- indigo (countable and uncountable, plural indigos or indigoes)
- An indigo-colored dye obtained from certain plants (indigo plant or woad), or a similar synthetic dye.
📚 Word Origin & History
16th century (as indico, modern spelling from the 17th century), Spanish índigo, Portuguese endego (modern índigo), or Dutch (via Portuguese) indigo, all from Latin indicum (“indigo”), from Ancient Greek ἰνδικόν (indikón, “Indian dye”), from Ἰνδία (Indía). Doublet of Indic. Borrowed from English indigo. From Portuguese índigo, from Latin indicum, from Ancient Greek ἰνδικόν (indikón). Derived from Latin indicum (“indigo”), from Ancient Greek ἰνδικόν...
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- Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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📊 Similar Words Comparison
Compare indigo with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| indigo | 3 | in·di·go |
| Indies | 2 | in-dies |
| intake | 3 | in-ta-ke |
| immediacy | 4 | im-me-dia-cy |
| induce | 3 | in-du-ce |
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