How Many Syllables In “can”?
1syllable
“can” has 1 syllable. It is a monosyllabic word.
can
/kæn/ UK /kæn/ US
Stress
“can” is a function word. In connected speech it usually takes its weak form, and it is stressed only for emphasis.
Division By Sound
/kæn/
Division By Letters
can
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Can
S syllable, O onset, R rime, P peak, C coda, Ø no coda.
Parts Of Each Syllable
| Syllable | Onset | Peak | Coda | Pattern | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | k | æ | n | CVC | closed |
Pronunciations
| Form | UK | US | Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strong form | /kæn/ | /kæn/ | 1 |
| Weak form | /kən/ | /kən/ | 1 |
| Noun (a metal container) | /kæn/ | /kæn/ | 1 |
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in can?
“can” has 1 syllable. In British English it is transcribed /kæn/.
What is the syllable structure of can?
“can” has the structure CVC, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.