Pronunciation >> Pronunciation Materials >> Students read out each word and decide how many syllables there are - one, two, three or four? Helpful worksheet to focus student attention on word structure, silent letters and also word stress.
How Many Syllables, Worksheet 11
How many syllables are there in each word? Choose the correct answer.
1. playfulness
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4
2. alligator
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4
3. sweep
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4
4. certificate
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4
5. napkin
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4
6. dishwasher
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4
7. when
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4
8. telephone
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4
9. shot
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4
10. enthusiast
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4
