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