How Many Syllables In Sow?
1syllable
Sow has 1 syllable. It is a monosyllabic word.
sow
/səʊ/ UK /soʊ/ US
Stress
A one syllable word is stressed on that syllable when it is said on its own.
Division By Sound
/səʊ/
Division By Letters
sow
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Sow
S syllable, O onset, R rime, P peak, C coda, Ø no coda.
Parts Of Each Syllable
| Syllable | Onset | Peak | Coda | Pattern | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | s | əʊ | – | CV | open |
Pronunciations
| Form | UK | US | Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verb (to plant seeds) | /səʊ/ | /soʊ/ | 1 |
| Noun (a female pig) | /saʊ/ | /saʊ/ | 1 |
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in sow?
Sow has 1 syllable. In British English it is transcribed /səʊ/.
What is the syllable structure of sow?
Sow has the structure CV, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.