Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

monossilabo

noun
/ˈmɒn.əˌsɪl.ə.bəʊ/
Definition
A monosyllable is a word that consists of only one syllable.
Examples
  • Dog
  • Cat
  • Bird
  • Sky
  • Mind
Meaning
In linguistics, monosyllables are words that are pronounced with a single, uninterrupted sound that forms a complete idea.
Synonyms
  • Single syllable
  • One-syllable word