How many syllables in deceive?
Syllables in deceive
2
de·ceive
Deceive has two syllables. The stress falls on the second syllable.
How to say deceive
| Pronunciation | /dɪˈsiv/ 2 syllables, de-CEIVE · da-DUM |
|---|---|
| Stress | Second syllable |
| Letters | 7 |
To count it yourself, say deceive slowly and listen for each vowel sound: de, ceive. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with deceive
Questions
- How many syllables are in deceive?
- Deceive has two syllables.
- How do you divide deceive into syllables?
- Deceive divides as de-ceive.
- Which syllable is stressed in deceive?
- The second syllable (de-CEIVE).