How Many Syllables In Sure?
1syllable
Sure has 1 syllable. It is a monosyllabic word.
sure
/ʃɔː/ UK /ʃʊr/ US
Stress
A one syllable word is stressed on that syllable when it is said on its own.
Division By Sound
/ʃɔː/
Division By Letters
sure
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Sure
S syllable, O onset, R rime, P peak, C coda, Ø no coda.
Parts Of Each Syllable
| Syllable | Onset | Peak | Coda | Pattern | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ʃ | ɔː | – | CV | open |
Pronunciations
| Form | UK | US | Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | /ʃɔː/ | /ʃʊr/ | 1 |
| Also | /ʃʊə/ | 1 |
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in sure?
Sure has 1 syllable. In British English it is transcribed /ʃɔː/.
What is the syllable structure of sure?
Sure has the structure CV, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.