How Many Syllables In Prior?
2syllables
Prior has 2 syllables, pri-or. It is a disyllabic word.
prior
/ˈpraɪ.ə/ UK /ˈpraɪ.ɚ/ US
Prior can also be said with 1 syllable (UK /ˈpraɪə/).
Stress
The main stress falls on the first syllable, pri.
Syllable Structure
CCV/V
Division By Sound
/praɪ.ə/
Division By Letters
pri-or
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Prior
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 | pr | aɪ | – | CCV | open |
| 2 | – | ə | – | V | open |
Why Prior Divides Here
- Two vowels meet between syllables 1 and 2, so syllable 2 has no onset.
Pronunciations
| Form | UK | US | Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | /ˈpraɪ.ə/ | /ˈpraɪ.ɚ/ | 2 |
| Also | /ˈpraɪə/ | 1 |
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in prior?
Prior has 2 syllables, pri-or. In British English it is transcribed /ˈpraɪ.ə/.
Which syllable is stressed in prior?
The first syllable, pri, carries the main stress.
What is the syllable structure of prior?
Prior has the structure CCV/V, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.
How do you divide prior into syllables?
By sound, praɪ.ə. By letters, as a spelling guide, pri-or.