Count syllables in one word
Use this word syllable counter for words like beautiful, family, elephant, fire, choir and practical. The tool checks a small dictionary first, then uses English vowel-group rules for words it does not know.
For full sentences or poems, use the syllable counter. For practice rules, read how to count syllables in a word.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I count syllables in a word?
Listen for vowel sounds or beats in the word. A written vowel is not always a syllable because silent letters and blended sounds change pronunciation.
Does the tool show syllable splits?
It shows known splits for common exception words and returns a count estimate for other English words.