How Many Syllables Are in "White"?

white has 1 syllable.

Syllable breakdown

white

Word
white
Syllable count
1
Pronunciation
/waɪt/
Part of speech
adjective

Definition

Having the color of fresh snow or milk.

Example sentence

She wore a white dress.

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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