About "mistake"
How to Split "mistake" into Syllables
The word mistake is divided into 3 syllables: mi·sta·ke. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- mi — 1st syllable
- sta — 2nd syllable
- ke — 3rd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of mistake:
- IPA: /mɪˈsteɪk/
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📖 Definitions
- mistake (third-person singular simple present mistakes, present participle mistaking, simple past mistook, past participle mistaken)
- 1720, Jonathan Swift, “Letter to a Young Clergyman” in The Works of Jonathan Swift, London: Charles Elliot, 1784, Volume 10, pp. 6-7,[2]
📚 Word Origin & History
From Middle English mistaken, from Old Norse mistaka (“to take in error, to miscarry”); equivalent to mis- + take. Cognate with Icelandic mistaka (“to mistake”), Swedish missta (“to mistake”) (before apocope misstaga). The noun, which replaced earlier mistaking, is derived from the verb. Borrowed from English mistake.
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down mistake 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 mistake with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| mistake | 3 | mi·sta·ke |
| monastic | 3 | mo-na-stic |
| mestizo | 3 | me-sti-zo |
| mastic | 2 | ma-stic |
| masochistic | 4 | ma-so-chi-stic |
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