How Many Syllables Are in "Car"?

car has 1 syllable.

Syllable breakdown

car

Word
car
Syllable count
1
Pronunciation
/kɑr/
Part of speech
noun

Definition

A vehicle with four wheels and an engine.

Example sentence

We drove the car to the lake.

Counts reflect a common American English reading. Pronunciation can vary. Source: Owner-reported CMU Pronouncing Dictionary check; no pronunciation note supplied..

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