How Many Syllables In Rebel?
2syllables
Rebel has 2 syllables, reb-el. It is a disyllabic word.
rebel
/ˈreb.əl/ UK /ˈreb.əl/ US
Stress
The main stress falls on the first syllable, reb.
Syllable Structure
CVC/VC
Division By Sound
/reb.əl/
Division By Letters
reb-el
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Rebel
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 | r | e | b | CVC | closed |
| 2 | – | ə | l | VC | closed |
Why Rebel Divides Here
- Syllable 1 is stressed and has the short vowel /e/, so it keeps a coda /b/.
Pronunciations
| Form | UK | US | Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noun | /ˈreb.əl/ | /ˈreb.əl/ | 2 |
| Verb | /rɪˈbel/ | /rɪˈbel/ | 2 |
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in rebel?
Rebel has 2 syllables, reb-el. In British English it is transcribed /ˈreb.əl/.
Which syllable is stressed in rebel?
The first syllable, reb, carries the main stress.
What is the syllable structure of rebel?
Rebel has the structure CVC/VC, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.
How do you divide rebel into syllables?
By sound, reb.əl. By letters, as a spelling guide, reb-el.