How Many Syllables In Elder?
2syllables
Elder has 2 syllables, el-der. It is a disyllabic word.
elder
/ˈel.də/ UK /ˈel.dɚ/ US
Stress
The main stress falls on the first syllable, el.
Syllable Structure
VC/CV
Division By Sound
/el.də/
Division By Letters
el-der
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Elder
S syllable, O onset, R rime, P peak, C coda, Ø no coda.
Parts Of Each Syllable
| Syllable | Onset | Peak | Coda | Pattern | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 primary stress | – | e | l | VC | closed |
| 2 | d | ə | – | CV | open |
Why Elder Divides Here
- Syllable 1 is stressed and has the short vowel /e/, so it keeps a coda /l/.
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in elder?
Elder has 2 syllables, el-der. In British English it is transcribed /ˈel.də/.
Which syllable is stressed in elder?
The first syllable, el, carries the main stress.
What is the syllable structure of elder?
Elder has the structure VC/CV, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.
How do you divide elder into syllables?
By sound, el.də. By letters, as a spelling guide, el-der.