praise

Syllables:
prai·se
2 syllables
praise in syllables

About "praise"

Syllables
2
Letters
6
Language
EN

How to Split "praise" into Syllables

The word praise is divided into 2 syllables: prai·se. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • prai — 1st syllable
  • se — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of praise:

  • IPA: /pɹeɪz/

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📖 Definitions

  1. praise (countable and uncountable, plural praises)
  2. Commendation; favourable representation in words.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English praise, preyse, from the verb (see below). Doublet of prize. Displaced native Middle English lof from Old English lof (“praise”) and Middle English loenge, loange from Old French löenge, löange (“praise”). From Middle English praisen, preisen, from Old French proisier, preisier (“to value, prize”), from Late Latin pretiō (“to value, prize”) from pretium (“price, worth, reward”). Displaced native Middle English herien from Old English herian (“to prai...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down praise 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 praise with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word Syllables Division
praise 2 prai·se
pairwise 3 pair-wi-se
Price 2 pri-ce
Pyrrhic 1 pyrrhic
pursue 2 pur-sue

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to praise:

pram, prat, pray, Prada, Prado, Praia, prang, prank.

Frequently Asked Questions About "praise"

How many syllables does "praise" have?

praise has 2 syllables: prai·se. The word is divided into 2 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "praise"?

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

How do you pronounce "praise"?

praise is pronounced as /pɹeɪz/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: prai·se.

Is "praise" easy to spell?

Breaking praise into syllables helps with spelling: prai·se. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Why learn to divide "praise" 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.