spray

How to Split "spray" into Syllables

The word spray is divided into 1 syllables: spray. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• spray — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of spray:

• IPA: /spɹeɪ/

📖 Definitions

1. spray (countable and uncountable, plural sprays)
2. A fine, gentle, dispersed mist of liquid.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle Dutch sprāien, sprayen, spraeyen (“to spray, sprinkle, spread”), ultimately from Proto-Germanic *sprēwijaną (“to spray, sprinkle”), from Proto-Indo-European *(s)per- (“to sow, scatter”). Cognate with Middle High German spræjen, spræwen (“to squirt, spray, dust, splash, straw”), Danish dialectal språe (“to open up, burst forth”), Swedish dialectal språ (“to sprout, shoot forth, burst”), Norwegian dialectal spra, spræ (“to splash, splatter, spout, burs...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
spray	1	spray
spirea	2	spi-rea
Superior	3	su-pe-rior
Spiro	2	spi-ro
spire	2	spi-re

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to spray:

spry, sprat, spree, sprig, sprog, sprain, sprang, sprawl.