How Many Syllables Are in "Yellow"?

yellow has 2 syllables.

Syllable breakdown

yel-low

Word
yellow
Syllable count
2
Part of speech
adjective

Definition

Having a color like a ripe lemon.

Example sentence

A yellow leaf floated on the water.

Counts reflect a common American English reading. Pronunciation can vary. Source: Original editorial seed (common American English reading).

Related words

Check another word

Count syllables in a sentence or poem