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