What are other 2-syllable words like Obtained?

Other 2-syllable words include: about, people, also, other, our and many more.

How Many Syllables in Obtained?

How many syllables in Obtained?

Obtained has 2 syllables: ob-tained.

ob-tained

Syllable breakdown:

ob tained

2 syllables • Primary stress on 2nd syllable

Breaking Down Obtained into Syllables?

ob-tained

The word Obtained has 2 syllables: ob-tained.
Syllable division helps in understanding the word's structure, improving both pronunciation and spelling.
This technique is especially useful for students and language learners who are mastering English phonetics.

Definition of Obtained

to get or acquire (something) through effort or skill

Frequently Asked Questions about 'Obtained' Syllables

How many syllables are in 'Obtained'?

The word 'Obtained' contains 2 syllables. It is divided as ob-tained.

How do you divide 'Obtained' into syllables?

The word 'Obtained' can be broken down into 2 syllables:ob, tained. The division follows the natural sound breaks in the word.

What is the correct pronunciation of 'Obtained'?

'Obtained' is pronounced as ob-tained, with primary stress on the 2nd syllable.

Why is syllable division important for pronunciation?

Understanding syllables helps in breaking down words for better pronunciation and reading fluency. Dividing words into syllables makes it easier to pronounce them correctly and understand their structure.

How should Obtained divide into syllables

The first syllable 'ob' has a vowel 'o' and a consonant 'b'. The second syllable 'tain' has two vowels 'ai' and a consonant 'n'.

Part of Speech - Obtained

Verb

I obtained a good grade on my test by studying hard.

Sentences with Obtained

She obtained permission to go on the field trip from her parents.
He obtained a new job after months of searching.
The company obtained a patent for their new invention.
I obtained a loan from the bank to buy a house.
The team obtained a victory in the championship game.

Quotes with Obtained

Success is not obtained overnight. It comes in installments; you get a little bit today, a little bit tomorrow until the whole package is given out. The day you procrastinate, you lose that day's success. - Israelmore Ayivor
All that is valuable in human society depends upon the opportunity for development accorded the individual. - Albert Einstein
The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. - Mahatma Gandhi

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