About "numinous"
How to Split "numinous" into Syllables
The word numinous is divided into 3 syllables: nu·min·ous. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- nu — 1st syllable
- min — 2nd syllable
- ous — 3rd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of numinous:
- IPA: /ˈnjuːmɪnəs/
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📖 Definitions
- numinous (comparative more numinous, superlative most numinous)
- Of or relating to a numen (divinity); indicating the presence of a divinity. [from mid 17th c.]
📚 Word Origin & History
From Latin nūmen (“nod of the head; divine sway or will; divinity”) + -ous (suffix forming adjectives from nouns, denoting possession or presence of a quality). Nūmen is believed to derive either from Latin *nuō (“to nod”) or from Ancient Greek νοούμενον (nooúmenon, “influence perceptible by the mind but not the senses”) (ultimately from νόος (nóos, “mind; thought; purpose”)).
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- Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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📊 Similar Words Comparison
Compare numinous with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| numinous | 3 | nu·min·ous |
| naming | 2 | nam-ing |
| Nokia | 2 | no-kia |
| Nike | 2 | ni-ke |
| new's | 1 | new's |
🔗 Related Words
Explore syllable divisions of words related to numinous:
numb, number, Numbers, numbing, numeral, numeric, numeracy, numerate.