How many syllables in cactus?

Syllables in cactus

2

cac·tus

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

How to say cactus

Pronunciation/ˈkæktəs/
2 syllables, CAC-tus · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say cactus slowly and listen for each vowel sound: cac, tus. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with cactus

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Questions

How many syllables are in cactus?
Cactus has two syllables.
How do you divide cactus into syllables?
Cactus divides as cac-tus.
Which syllable is stressed in cactus?
The first syllable (CAC-tus).

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