How to Pronounce "syllable"
word
ˈsɪɫəbəɫ
SIL-uh-buhl
sˈɪləbəl
SIL-uh-buhl
Definition
A syllable is a single beat or sound in a word, made up of one or more letters, usually with one vowel sound.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɪɫəbəɫ
British English
sˈɪləbəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SIL-uh-buhl
UK
SIL-uh-buhl
Listen in Context
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