How to divide words with silent consonants?
I wonder how to divide words such as 'assumption' at the end of line, when a consonant (in this case 'p') in the middle of the word is silent (/əˈsʌmʃən/).
Which syllable (and line) does the "p" belong to?
assump- tion
or
assum- ption
My guess is that the first division looks better because 'tion' is a common suffix itself, but am not sure?
Solution 1:
When in doubt, find a dictionary that lists syllables.
Example:
as‧sump‧tion /əˈsʌmpʃən/
Longman
This pronunciation claims the p is not silent.