How Many Syllables In Thirsty?
2syllables
Thirsty has 2 syllables, thir-sty. It is a disyllabic word.
thirsty
/ˈθɜː.sti/ UK /ˈθɝː.sti/ US
Stress
The main stress falls on the first syllable, thir.
Syllable Structure
CV/CCV
Division By Sound
/θɜː.sti/
Division By Letters
thir-sty
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Thirsty
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 | θ | ɜː | – | CV | open |
| 2 | st | i | – | CCV | open |
Why Thirsty Divides Here
- Between syllables 1 and 2, /st/ goes to the right, following the Maximal Onsets Principle.
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in thirsty?
Thirsty has 2 syllables, thir-sty. In British English it is transcribed /ˈθɜː.sti/.
Which syllable is stressed in thirsty?
The first syllable, thir, carries the main stress.
What is the syllable structure of thirsty?
Thirsty has the structure CV/CCV, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.
How do you divide thirsty into syllables?
By sound, θɜː.sti. By letters, as a spelling guide, thir-sty.