How many syllables in active?

Syllables in active

2

ac·tive

Active has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.

How to say active

Pronunciation/ˈæktɪv/
2 syllables, AC-tive · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say active slowly and listen for each vowel sound: ac, tive. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with active

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Questions

How many syllables are in active?
Active has two syllables.
How do you divide active into syllables?
Active divides as ac-tive.
Which syllable is stressed in active?
The first syllable (AC-tive).

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