How Many Syllables Are in Holly

The word Holly has three syllables: hol-ly.
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 Holly

a shrub or tree with spiny leaves and red berries.

How should Holly divide into syllables

There are two syllables in the word 'holly'. The vowel sound is 'o' and 'y', and the consonant sounds are 'h', 'l', and 'l'.

Part of Speech - Holly

The holly tree in our yard has beautiful red berries.

Sentences with Holly

• I saw a beautiful holly tree in the park.
• The holly bush in our backyard has bright red berries.
• The Christmas decorations are covered in holly.
• The holly leaves are sharp and prickly.
• The holly tree is a popular decoration during the winter season.
• I like to use holly leaves in my holiday wreaths.
• The holly berry is poisonous to humans.
• My grandmother always had a holly tree in her yard.
• The holly tree is a symbol of Christmas.
• The holly bush provides a great hiding spot for small animals.
• I love the way the holly leaves look against the snow.
• The holly tree is native to Europe and North America.
• The holly berry is used in some traditional medicines.
• The holly tree can grow up to 50 feet tall.
• The holly bush is often used in landscaping.

Quotes with Holly

• The holly and the ivy, when they are both full grown. Of all the trees that are in the wood, the holly bears the crown. - Traditional Christmas carol
• The holly tree, often associated with Christmas, is also known as the 'holy tree' due to its use in religious celebrations. - Unknown
• The holly tree is a symbol of hope and everlasting life in many cultures. - Unknown

Number of characters in Holly

5 ( h, o, l, l, y )

Unique letters in Holly

4 ( h, o, l, y )

Holly Backwards

ylloh

How to Pronounce Holly

IPA (International): ˈhɑ:li:

ARA (American): ˈhɑli

EPA (English): ˈhɑ:li:

HHAA-LIY