How Many Syllables Are in "Ball"?
ball has 1 syllable.
Syllable breakdown
ball
- Word
- ball
- Syllable count
- 1
- Pronunciation
- /bɔl/
- Part of speech
- noun
Definition
A round object used in games and sports.
Example sentence
He kicked the ball across the field.
Counts reflect a common American English reading. Pronunciation can vary. Source: Owner-reported CMU Pronouncing Dictionary check; no pronunciation note supplied..
Related words
- basketball — 3 syllables — bas-ket-ball
- play — 1 syllable — play