Strong has 1 syllable

The word "strong" is a monosyllabic term, meaning it contains only one syllable. This single-syllable structure makes it a straightforward and concise word in English pronunciation.

Examples of one-syllable words

  • Strong
  • Long
  • Song
  • Wrong

Words with similar spelling patterns

Word Syllables
Strong 1
Stong 1
Strung 1
Spring 1

Breaking down the pronunciation

The single syllable in "strong" is pronounced as /strɔŋ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The vowel sound is a long "o" followed by the "ng" consonant cluster, creating one continuous sound unit.