How Many Syllables In Tremble?
2syllables
Tremble has 2 syllables, trem-ble. It is a disyllabic word.
tremble
/ˈtrem.bəl/ UK /ˈtrem.bəl/ US
Stress
The main stress falls on the first syllable, trem.
Syllable Structure
CCVC/CVC
Division By Sound
/trem.bəl/
Division By Letters
trem-ble
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Tremble
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 | tr | e | m | CCVC | closed |
| 2 | b | ə | l | CVC | closed |
Why Tremble Divides Here
- Syllable 1 is stressed and has the short vowel /e/, so it keeps a coda /m/.
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in tremble?
Tremble has 2 syllables, trem-ble. In British English it is transcribed /ˈtrem.bəl/.
Which syllable is stressed in tremble?
The first syllable, trem, carries the main stress.
What is the syllable structure of tremble?
Tremble has the structure CCVC/CVC, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.
How do you divide tremble into syllables?
By sound, trem.bəl. By letters, as a spelling guide, trem-ble.