How Many Syllables In Respite?
2syllables
Respite has 2 syllables, res-pite. It is a disyllabic word.
respite
/ˈres.paɪt/ UK /ˈres.pət/ US
Stress
The main stress falls on the first syllable, res.
Syllable Structure
CVC/CVC
Division By Sound
/res.paɪt/
Division By Letters
res-pite
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Respite
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 | s | CVC | closed |
| 2 | p | aɪ | t | CVC | closed |
Why Respite Divides Here
- Syllable 1 is stressed and has the short vowel /e/, so it keeps a coda /s/.
Pronunciations
| Form | UK | US | Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | /ˈres.paɪt/ | /ˈres.pət/ | 2 |
| Also | /ˈres.pɪt/ | 2 |
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in respite?
Respite has 2 syllables, res-pite. In British English it is transcribed /ˈres.paɪt/.
Which syllable is stressed in respite?
The first syllable, res, carries the main stress.
What is the syllable structure of respite?
Respite has the structure CVC/CVC, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.
How do you divide respite into syllables?
By sound, res.paɪt. By letters, as a spelling guide, res-pite.