relegate

How to Split "relegate" into Syllables

The word relegate is divided into 4 syllables: re·le·ga·te. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• re — 1st syllable
• le — 2nd syllable
• ga — 3rd syllable
• te — 4th syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of relegate:

• IPA: /ˈɹɛlɪˌɡeɪt/

📖 Definitions

1. relegate (third-person singular simple present relegates, present participle relegating, simple past and past participle relegated)
2. Exile, banish, remove, or send away.

📚 Word Origin & History

First attested in 1561, borrowed from Latin relēgātus, the past participle of relēgō (“to dispatch, banish”). First attested circa 1550: from the Classical Latin relēgātus (“banished person, exile”), the nominative singular masculine substantive form of relēgātus, the past participle of relēgō (“to dispatch, banish”). First attested circa 1425: from the Classical Latin relēgātus, the perfect passive participle of relēgō (“I dispatch”, “I banish”).

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
relegate	4	re·le·ga·te
religiosity	5	re-li-gio-si-ty
royalist	2	roya-list
relight	2	re-light
relocate	4	re-lo-ca-te

🔗 Related Words

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rel, rely, relax, relay, relic, relate, relent, relict.