How Many Syllables Are in Missouri

The word Missouri has three syllables: mis-souri.
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 Missouri

Missouri is a state located in the Midwestern region of the United States.

How should Missouri divide into syllables

The word 'Missouri' has three syllables. The first syllable 'Mis' has one vowel 'i' and one consonant 's'. The second syllable 'sou' has two vowels 'ou' and one consonant 's'. The third syllable 'ri' has one vowel 'i' and one consonant 'r'.

Part of Speech - Missouri

I live in Missouri.

Sentences with Missouri

• Missouri is known for its barbecue and beer.
• The Missouri River is the longest river in North America.
• I have family who live in Missouri.
• The Missouri State Fair is held annually in Sedalia.
• The Missouri Compromise was a law passed in 1820.

Quotes with Missouri

• "In Missouri, where I come from, we don't talk about what we do - we just do it. If we talk about it, it's seen as bragging." - Sheryl Crow
• "The Missouri is, perhaps, different in appearance and character from all other rivers in the world." - William Clark
• "I have a lot of memories of Missouri. Obviously, I grew up there." - Brad Pitt

Number of characters in Missouri

8 ( m, i, s, s, o, u, r, i )

Unique letters in Missouri

6 ( m, i, s, o, u, r )

Missouri Backwards

iruossim

How to Pronounce Missouri

IPA (International): mʌˈzʊri:

ARA (American): mʌˈzʊri

EPA (English): mʌˈzʊri:

MAH-ZUH-RIY

How to Pronounce Missouri

IPA (International): mʌˈzɜ:ʌ

ARA (American): mʌˈzɝʌ

EPA (English): mʌˈzɜ:ʌ

MAH-ZER-AH