How Many Syllables Are in Illinois

The word Illinois has three syllables: illi-nois.
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 Illinois

Illinois is a state located in the central United States.

How should Illinois divide into syllables

The word 'Illinois' has three syllables. The vowels in this word are 'i', 'o', and 'i'. The consonants in this word are 'l', 'n', 's'.

Part of Speech - Illinois

Sentences with Illinois

• Illinois is known for its deep-dish pizza.
• Abraham Lincoln lived in Illinois before he became president.
• The Illinois River flows through the state.
• Chicago is the largest city in Illinois.
• Illinois has a lot of farmland.
• My aunt lives in Springfield, Illinois.
• Illinois is home to many universities.
• I drove through Illinois on my way to Michigan.
• Illinois is a popular destination for tourists.
• The state bird of Illinois is the cardinal.

Quotes with Illinois

• 'I am a success today because I had a friend who believed in me and I didn't have the heart to let him down.' - Abraham Lincoln, Illinois native
• 'Home is where the heart is, and my heart is wherever I am at the moment.' - Lily Tomlin, Illinois native
• 'I grew up in the Midwest, quite far from any ocean or any beach, and I think it's always something people dream of, living on the coast somewhere.' - Chris Pine, Illinois native

Number of characters in Illinois

8 ( i, l, l, i, n, o, i, s )

Unique letters in Illinois

5 ( i, l, n, o, s )

Illinois Backwards

sionilli

How to Pronounce Illinois

IPA (International): ˌɪlʌˈnɔɪ

ARA (American): ˌɪlʌˈnɔɪ

EPA (English): ˌɪlʌˈnɔɪ

IH-LAH-NOY

How to Pronounce Illinois

IPA (International): ˌɪlʌˈnɔɪz

ARA (American): ˌɪlʌˈnɔɪz

EPA (English): ˌɪlʌˈnɔɪz

IH-LAH-NOY-Z