How Many Syllables In Mitten?
2syllables
Mitten has 2 syllables, mitt-en. It is a disyllabic word.
mitten
/ˈmɪt.ən/ UK /ˈmɪt.ən/ US
Stress
The main stress falls on the first syllable, mitt.
Syllable Structure
CVC/VC
Division By Sound
/mɪt.ən/
Division By Letters
mitt-en
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Mitten
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 | m | ɪ | t | CVC | closed |
| 2 | – | ə | n | VC | closed |
Why Mitten Divides Here
- Syllable 1 is stressed and has the short vowel /ɪ/, so it keeps a coda /t/.
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in mitten?
Mitten has 2 syllables, mitt-en. In British English it is transcribed /ˈmɪt.ən/.
Which syllable is stressed in mitten?
The first syllable, mitt, carries the main stress.
What is the syllable structure of mitten?
Mitten has the structure CVC/VC, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.
How do you divide mitten into syllables?
By sound, mɪt.ən. By letters, as a spelling guide, mitt-en.