How Many Syllables In Topless?
2syllables
Topless has 2 syllables, top-less. It is a disyllabic word.
topless
/ˈtɒp.ləs/ UK /ˈtɑːp.ləs/ US
Stress
The main stress falls on the first syllable, top.
Syllable Structure
CVC/CVC
Division By Sound
/tɒp.ləs/
Division By Letters
top-less
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Topless
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 | p | CVC | closed |
| 2 | l | ə | s | CVC | closed |
Why Topless Divides Here
- Syllable 1 is stressed and has the short vowel /ɒ/, so it keeps a coda /p/.
Pronunciations
| Form | UK | US | Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | /ˈtɒp.ləs/ | /ˈtɑːp.ləs/ | 2 |
| Also | /ˈtɒp.lɪs/ | 2 |
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in topless?
Topless has 2 syllables, top-less. In British English it is transcribed /ˈtɒp.ləs/.
Which syllable is stressed in topless?
The first syllable, top, carries the main stress.
What is the syllable structure of topless?
Topless has the structure CVC/CVC, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.
How do you divide topless into syllables?
By sound, tɒp.ləs. By letters, as a spelling guide, top-less.