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