injurious

Syllables:
in·jur·ious
3 syllables
injurious in syllables

About "injurious"

Syllables
3
Letters
9
Language
EN

How to Split "injurious" into Syllables

The word injurious is divided into 3 syllables: in·jur·ious. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • in — 1st syllable
  • jur — 2nd syllable
  • ious — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of injurious:

  • IPA: /ɪnˈdʒʊəɹɪəs/

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📖 Definitions

  1. injurious (comparative more injurious, superlative most injurious)
  2. Causing physical harm or injury; harmful, hurtful.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English injurious, from Anglo-Norman enjurius, from Latin iniūriōsus; analysable as injury +‎ -ous. Borrowed from Anglo-Norman enjurius, from Latin iniūriōsus; equivalent to injurie +‎ -ous.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down injurious 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

📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare injurious with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word Syllables Division
injurious 3 in·jur·ious
increase 2 increa-se
inaccuracy 5 i-nac-cu-ra-cy
ingress 1 ingress
incurious 3 in-cur-ious

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to injurious:

inject, injure, injury, injured, injurer, injector, injection, injustice.

Frequently Asked Questions About "injurious"

How many syllables does "injurious" have?

injurious has 3 syllables: in·jur·ious. The word is divided into 3 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "injurious"?

The stress is on the first syllable: in. This means you emphasize the "in" part when pronouncing injurious.

How do you pronounce "injurious"?

injurious is pronounced as /ɪnˈdʒʊəɹɪəs/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: in·jur·ious.

Is "injurious" easy to spell?

Breaking injurious into syllables helps with spelling: in·jur·ious. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Why learn to divide "injurious" into syllables?

Learning syllable division helps with correct pronunciation, improved spelling, better reading fluency, and is useful for poetry and lyric writing where syllable counting matters. It's especially helpful for language learners.