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