How Many Syllables In Live?
1syllable
Live has 1 syllable. It is a monosyllabic word.
live
/lɪv/ UK /lɪv/ US
Stress
A one syllable word is stressed on that syllable when it is said on its own.
Division By Sound
/lɪv/
Division By Letters
live
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Live
S syllable, O onset, R rime, P peak, C coda, Ø no coda.
Parts Of Each Syllable
| Syllable | Onset | Peak | Coda | Pattern | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | l | ɪ | v | CVC | closed |
Pronunciations
| Form | UK | US | Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verb | /lɪv/ | /lɪv/ | 1 |
| Adjective, adverb | /laɪv/ | /laɪv/ | 1 |
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in live?
Live has 1 syllable. In British English it is transcribed /lɪv/.
What is the syllable structure of live?
Live has the structure CVC, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.