How Many Syllables In “is”?
1syllable
“is” has 1 syllable. It is a monosyllabic word.
is
/ɪz/ UK /ɪz/ US
Stress
“is” is a function word. In connected speech it usually takes its weak form, and it is stressed only for emphasis.
Division By Sound
/ɪz/
Division By Letters
is
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Is
S syllable, O onset, R rime, P peak, C coda, Ø no coda.
Parts Of Each Syllable
| Syllable | Onset | Peak | Coda | Pattern | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | – | ɪ | z | VC | closed |
Pronunciations
| Form | UK | US | Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strong form | /ɪz/ | /ɪz/ | 1 |
| Weak form, after a voiced sound | /z/ | /z/ | 1 |
| Weak form, after a voiceless sound | /s/ | /s/ | 1 |
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in is?
“is” has 1 syllable. In British English it is transcribed /ɪz/.
What is the syllable structure of is?
“is” has the structure VC, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.