thesaurus

How to Split "thesaurus" into Syllables

The word thesaurus is divided into 3 syllables: the·sau·rus. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• the — 1st syllable
• sau — 2nd syllable
• rus — 3rd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of thesaurus:

• IPA: /θɪˈsɔːɹəs/

📖 Definitions

1. thesaurus (plural thesauri or thesauruses)
2. A publication that provides synonyms (and sometimes antonyms and other semantic relations) for the words of a given language.

📚 Word Origin & History

16th century, borrowed from Latin thēsaurus, from Ancient Greek θησαυρός (thēsaurós, “storehouse, treasure”); its current English usage/meaning was established soon after the publication of Peter Roget's Thesaurus of English Words and Phrases in 1852. Doublet of treasure. From Ancient Greek θησαυρός (thēsaurós, “storehouse, treasure”). Unadapted borrowing from Latin thesaurus.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

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

Word	Syllables	Division
thesaurus	3	the·sau·rus
theocracy	3	theo-cra-cy
tigerish	3	ti-ge-rish
tweezers	2	twee-zers
tweezers's	2	twee-zers's

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