About "system"
How to Split "system" into Syllables
The word system is divided into 2 syllables: sy·stem. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.
📝 Syllable Breakdown
- sy — 1st syllable
- stem — 2nd syllable
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
The phonetic transcription of system:
- IPA: /ˈsɪstəm/
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📖 Definitions
- system (countable and uncountable, plural systems)
- A group or set of related things that operate together as a complex whole. [from early 17th c.]
📚 Word Origin & History
Partly borrowed from Middle French sisteme, systeme, partly directly from its etymon Late Latin systēma (“harmony; musical scale; set of celestial objects; set of troops; system”), from Ancient Greek σύστημα (sústēma, “musical scale; organized body; whole made of several parts or members”), from σῠνίστημῐ (sŭnístēmĭ, “to combine, organize”) + -μᾰ (-mă, resultative suffix). σῠνίστημῐ is from σῠν- (sŭn-, “with, together”) + ἵστημι...
✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?
Understanding how to break down system 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 system with related words to understand syllable patterns:
| Word | Syllables | Division |
|---|---|---|
| system | 2 | sy·stem |
| sidemen | 3 | si-de-men |
| satin | 2 | sa-tin |
| section | 2 | sec-tion |
| Saskatoon | 3 | sa-ska-toon |
🔗 Related Words
Explore syllable divisions of words related to system:
sysop, systole, sysadmin, systemic, systolic, sysadmins, systematic, systematize.