How Many Syllables Are in Contour

The word Contour has three syllables: con-tour.
Syllable division helps in understanding the word's structure, improving both pronunciation and spelling.
This technique is especially useful for students and language learners who are mastering English phonetics.

Definition of Contour

a line representing the edge of a three-dimensional object

How should Contour divide into syllables

The first syllable 'con' has one vowel 'o' and one consonant 'n'. The second syllable 'tour' has two vowels 'ou' and two consonants 't' and 'r'.

Part of Speech - Contour

The artist drew the contours of the vase before painting it.

Sentences with Contour

• The contour of the mountain was breathtaking.
• The contour of the face was difficult to capture in the portrait.
• The contour of the dress hugged her curves perfectly.
• The contour of the map showed the elevation changes of the land.
• The contour of the building was unique and modern.
• The contour of the sculpture was smooth and sleek.
• The contour of the car's body was aerodynamic.
• The contour of the coastline was jagged and rocky.
• The contour of the clouds was wispy and light.
• The contour of the tree's branches was intricate and delicate.

Quotes with Contour

• "Every contour of the land was known to him as his hand." - Willa Cather
• "The contour of her body is the only thing that can be seen from under the water." - Dave Eggers
• "The contour of our lives is shaped by our character." - Epictetus
• "The contour of the world is changing." - John F. Kennedy
• "It's the failure that gives you the proper perspective on success." - Ellen DeGeneres

Number of characters in Contour

7 ( c, o, n, t, o, u, r )

Unique letters in Contour

6 ( c, o, n, t, u, r )

Contour Backwards

ruotnoc

How to Pronounce Contour

IPA (International): ˈkɑ:ˌntʊr

ARA (American): ˈkɑˌntʊr

EPA (English): ˈkɑ:ˌntʊr

KAA-NTUH-R