How many syllables in cosmetic?

Syllables in cosmetic

3

cos·met·ic

Cosmetic has three syllables. The stress falls on the second syllable.

How to say cosmetic

Pronunciation/kɑzˈmɛtɪk/
3 syllables, cos-MET-ic · da-DUM-da
StressSecond syllable
Letters8

To count it yourself, say cosmetic slowly and listen for each vowel sound: cos, met, ic. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in cosmetic?
Cosmetic has three syllables.
How do you divide cosmetic into syllables?
Cosmetic divides as cos-met-ic.
Which syllable is stressed in cosmetic?
The second syllable (cos-MET-ic).

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