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