How many syllables in backup?

Syllables in backup

2

back·up

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

How to say backup

Pronunciation/ˈbæˌkʌp/
2 syllables, BACK-up · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say backup slowly and listen for each vowel sound: back, up. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with backup

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Questions

How many syllables are in backup?
Backup has two syllables.
How do you divide backup into syllables?
Backup divides as back-up.
Which syllable is stressed in backup?
The first syllable (BACK-up).

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