How Many Syllables In Capt.?
2syllables
Capt. has 2 syllables, kæp-tɪn. It is a disyllabic word.
kæptɪn
/ˈkæp.tɪn/ UK /ˈkæp.tən/ US
Stress
The main stress falls on the first syllable, kæp.
Syllable Structure
CVC/CVC
Division By Sound
/kæp.tɪn/
Division By Letters
The spelling does not split cleanly
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Capt.
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 | k | æ | p | CVC | closed |
| 2 | t | ɪ | n | CVC | closed |
Why Capt. Divides Here
- Syllable 1 is stressed and has the short vowel /æ/, so it keeps a coda /p/.
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in Capt.?
Capt. has 2 syllables, kæp-tɪn. In British English it is transcribed /ˈkæp.tɪn/.
Which syllable is stressed in Capt.?
The first syllable, kæp, carries the main stress.
What is the syllable structure of Capt.?
Capt. has the structure CVC/CVC, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.
How do you divide Capt. into syllables?
By sound, kæp.tɪn. By letters, as a spelling guide, the spelling does not split cleanly.