How Many Syllables In Wither?
2syllables
Wither has 2 syllables, with-er. It is a disyllabic word.
wither
/ˈwɪð.ə/ UK /ˈwɪð.ɚ/ US
Stress
The main stress falls on the first syllable, with.
Syllable Structure
CVC/V
Division By Sound
/wɪð.ə/
Division By Letters
with-er
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Wither
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 | w | ɪ | ð | CVC | closed |
| 2 | – | ə | – | V | open |
Why Wither Divides Here
- Syllable 1 is stressed and has the short vowel /ɪ/, so it keeps a coda /ð/.
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in wither?
Wither has 2 syllables, with-er. In British English it is transcribed /ˈwɪð.ə/.
Which syllable is stressed in wither?
The first syllable, with, carries the main stress.
What is the syllable structure of wither?
Wither has the structure CVC/V, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.
How do you divide wither into syllables?
By sound, wɪð.ə. By letters, as a spelling guide, with-er.