How many syllables in debates?
Syllables in debates
2
de·bates
Debates has two syllables. The stress falls on the second syllable.
How to say debates
| Pronunciation | /dəˈbeɪts/ 2 syllables, de-BATES · da-DUM |
|---|---|
| Stress | Second syllable |
| Letters | 7 |
To count it yourself, say debates slowly and listen for each vowel sound: de, bates. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with debates
- rates
- dates
- updates
- estimates
- creates
- indicates
- plates
- hates
- associates
- operates
- graduates
- mates
- teammates
- traits
- advocates
- delegates
Questions
- How many syllables are in debates?
- Debates has two syllables.
- How do you divide debates into syllables?
- Debates divides as de-bates.
- Which syllable is stressed in debates?
- The second syllable (de-BATES).