* Syllables are determined by pronunciation, not spelling. French spelling can be tricky, and many words have silent letters or letters that change pronunciation.
* French has a complex system of vowel sounds. These can combine in different ways to form syllables.
* The number of syllables in a word can vary depending on the context. For example, "le" can be one syllable when it's the definite article, but two syllables when it's the verb "to read."
Instead of trying to count the number of syllables in French, it's more helpful to focus on understanding how syllables work in the language. This will help you pronounce words correctly and improve your fluency.