How Many Syllables In Key?
1syllable
Key has 1 syllable. It is a monosyllabic word.
key
/kiː/ UK /kiː/ US
Stress
A one syllable word is stressed on that syllable when it is said on its own.
Division By Sound
/kiː/
Division By Letters
key
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Key
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 | iː | – | CV | open |
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in key?
Key has 1 syllable. In British English it is transcribed /kiː/.
What is the syllable structure of key?
Key has the structure CV, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.