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