How many syllables in business?

Syllables in business

2

busi·ness

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

How to say business

Said as /ˈbɪznəs/2 syllables, BUSI-ness · DUM-da
Said as /ˈbɪznɪs/2 syllables, BUSI-ness · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters8

To count it yourself, say business slowly and listen for each vowel sound: busi, ness. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with business

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Questions

How many syllables are in business?
Business has two syllables.
How do you divide business into syllables?
Business divides as busi-ness.
Which syllable is stressed in business?
The first syllable (BUSI-ness).

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