How Many Syllables Are in "Favourite"?
favourite has 3 syllables.
Syllable breakdown
fa-vour-ite
- Word
- favourite
- Syllable count
- 3
- Pronunciation
- /ˈfeɪ.vər.ɪt/
- Part of speech
- adjective
Definition
Liked more than others; British spelling of favorite.
Example sentence
Blue is my favourite colour.
Counts reflect a common American English reading. Pronunciation can vary. Source: Owner-reported CMU Pronouncing Dictionary check. Often said with two syllables (fav-rite); three in careful speech.