inferno

How to Split "inferno" into Syllables

The word inferno is divided into 3 syllables: in·fer·no. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• in — 1st syllable
• fer — 2nd syllable
• no — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of inferno:

• IPA: /ɪnˈfɝnoʊ/

📖 Definitions

1. A place or situation resembling Hell.
2. William Dwight Whitney, Benjamin E[li] Smith, editors (1911), “inferno”, in The Century Dictionary […], New York, N.Y.: The Century Co., →OCLC.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Italian inferno (“hell”), from Latin infernus (“of the lower regions”), inferna (“the lower regions”); see infernal. The meaning "big fire" came as a figurative use from the traditional idea of hellfire. Borrowed from Italian inferno, from Latin infernus (“of the lower regions”). From Italian inferno (“hell”), from Latin infernus (“of the lower regions”), inferna (“the lower regions”); see infernal. The meaning "big fire" came as a figurative use from the traditi...

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• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare inferno with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
inferno	3	in·fer·no
infirm	2	in-firm
inborn	2	in-born
inform	2	in-form

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to inferno:

inf, info, infer, infix, infra, infamy, infant, infect.