How Many Syllables In Tranquil?
2syllables
Tranquil has 2 syllables, tran-quil. It is a disyllabic word.
tranquil
/ˈtræŋ.kwɪl/ UK /ˈtræŋ.kwɪl/ US
Stress
The main stress falls on the first syllable, tran.
Syllable Structure
CCVC/CCVC
Division By Sound
/træŋ.kwɪl/
Division By Letters
tran-quil
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Tranquil
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 | tr | æ | ŋ | CCVC | closed |
| 2 | kw | ɪ | l | CCVC | closed |
Why Tranquil Divides Here
- Syllable 1 is stressed and has the short vowel /æ/, so it keeps a coda /ŋ/.
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in tranquil?
Tranquil has 2 syllables, tran-quil. In British English it is transcribed /ˈtræŋ.kwɪl/.
Which syllable is stressed in tranquil?
The first syllable, tran, carries the main stress.
What is the syllable structure of tranquil?
Tranquil has the structure CCVC/CCVC, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.
How do you divide tranquil into syllables?
By sound, træŋ.kwɪl. By letters, as a spelling guide, tran-quil.