How Many Syllables Are in "Snake"?

snake has 1 syllable.

Syllable breakdown

snake

Word
snake
Syllable count
1
Pronunciation
/sneɪk/
Part of speech
noun

Definition

A long reptile with no legs.

Example sentence

A snake slid under the rock.

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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