Syllable

A syllable is a single, rhythmic unit of speech within a word, typically containing a vowel sound and the consonants that surround it. It is the building block of a word’s pronunciation, helping to divide words into manageable parts for speaking and spelling. For example, the word "teacher" has two syllables: "teach" and "er." Syllables influence how words are spoken, stressed, and rhythmically organized, playing a key role in pronunciation, poetry, and language learning. They are essential for understanding how words are constructed and how they sound when spoken aloud.