How many syllables in better?

Syllables in better

2

bet·ter

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

How to say better

Pronunciation/ˈbɛtɚ/
2 syllables, BET-ter · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say better slowly and listen for each vowel sound: bet, ter. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in better?
Better has two syllables.
How do you divide better into syllables?
Better divides as bet-ter.
Which syllable is stressed in better?
The first syllable (BET-ter).

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