syllable
nounUK /ˈsɪl.ə.bəl/
US /ˈsɪl.ə.bəl/
A syllable is one beat in a word.
The word 'banana' has three syllables.
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2. A single unit of written language used in poetry to count rhythm.
The poet counted the syllables in each line.
3. The smallest part of a word that can be pronounced separately.
Clap once for each syllable in your name.
4. A very small amount of speech or writing.
He did not say a single syllable about the surprise.