How Many Syllables In Gander?
2syllables
Gander has 2 syllables, gan-der. It is a disyllabic word.
gander
/ˈɡæn.də/ UK /ˈɡæn.dɚ/ US
Stress
The main stress falls on the first syllable, gan.
Syllable Structure
CVC/CV
Division By Sound
/ɡæn.də/
Division By Letters
gan-der
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Gander
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 | ɡ | æ | n | CVC | closed |
| 2 | d | ə | – | CV | open |
Why Gander Divides Here
- Syllable 1 is stressed and has the short vowel /æ/, so it keeps a coda /n/.
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in gander?
Gander has 2 syllables, gan-der. In British English it is transcribed /ˈɡæn.də/.
Which syllable is stressed in gander?
The first syllable, gan, carries the main stress.
What is the syllable structure of gander?
Gander has the structure CVC/CV, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.
How do you divide gander into syllables?
By sound, ɡæn.də. By letters, as a spelling guide, gan-der.