How Many Syllables In Like?
1syllable
Like has 1 syllable. It is a monosyllabic word.
like
/laɪk/ UK /laɪk/ US
Stress
A one syllable word is stressed on that syllable when it is said on its own.
Division By Sound
/laɪk/
Division By Letters
like
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Like
S syllable, O onset, R rime, P peak, C coda, Ø no coda.
Parts Of Each Syllable
| Syllable | Onset | Peak | Coda | Pattern | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | l | aɪ | k | CVC | closed |
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in like?
Like has 1 syllable. In British English it is transcribed /laɪk/.
What is the syllable structure of like?
Like has the structure CVC, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.