How many syllables in clergy?
Syllables in clergy
2
cler·gy
Clergy has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.
How to say clergy
| Pronunciation | /ˈklɝdʒi/ 2 syllables, CLER-gy · DUM-da |
|---|---|
| Stress | First syllable |
| Letters | 6 |
To count it yourself, say clergy slowly and listen for each vowel sound: cler, gy. Each beat is one syllable.
Near rhymes with clergy
- jersey
- worthy
- controversy
- mercy
- trustworthy
- noteworthy
- unworthy
- curvy
- earthy
- untrustworthy
- newsworthy
- praiseworthy
- gramercy
- kersey
- nervy
- early
Questions
- How many syllables are in clergy?
- Clergy has two syllables.
- How do you divide clergy into syllables?
- Clergy divides as cler-gy.
- Which syllable is stressed in clergy?
- The first syllable (CLER-gy).