How many syllables in barely?

Syllables in barely

2

bare·ly

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

How to say barely

Pronunciation/ˈbɛɹli/
2 syllables, BARE-ly · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say barely slowly and listen for each vowel sound: bare, ly. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with barely

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Questions

How many syllables are in barely?
Barely has two syllables.
How do you divide barely into syllables?
Barely divides as bare-ly.
Which syllable is stressed in barely?
The first syllable (BARE-ly).

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