slippery

How to Split "slippery" into Syllables

The word slippery is divided into 3 syllables: slip·pe·ry. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• slip — 1st syllable
• pe — 2nd syllable
• ry — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of slippery:

• IPA: /ˈslɪpəɹi/

📖 Definitions

1. slippery (comparative slipperier or more slippery, superlative slipperiest or most slippery)
2. Of a surface, having low friction, often due to being covered in a non-viscous liquid, and therefore hard to grip, hard to stand on without falling, etc.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English slipperie, an extended form ( +‎ -y) of Middle English slipper, sliper (“slippery”), from Old English slipor (“slippery”), from Proto-Germanic *slipraz (“smooth, slippery”), equivalent to slip +‎ -er. Compare also Middle English slibbri, slubbri (“slippery”) borrowed from Middle Dutch or Middle Low German slibberich (“slippery”). Cognate with German schlüpfrig (“slippery”), Danish slibrig (“slippery”), Swedish slipprig (“slippery”).

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
slippery	3	slip·pe·ry
scalper	2	scalp-er
sleepwear	2	sleep-wear
slobber	2	slobb-er
solver	2	solv-er

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to slippery:

slid, slim, slip, slit, slice, slick, slide, slier.