How many syllables in basil?

Syllables in basil

2

basil

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

How to say basil

Pronunciation/ˈbæzəl/
2 syllables · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters5

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Questions

How many syllables are in basil?
Basil has two syllables.
How do you divide basil into syllables?
Basil is said as /ˈbæzəl/, with two beats.
Which syllable is stressed in basil?
The first syllable.

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