How many syllables in defy?

Syllables in defy

2

de·fy

Defy has two syllables. The stress falls on the second syllable.

How to say defy

Pronunciation/dɪˈfaɪ/
2 syllables, de-FY · da-DUM
StressSecond syllable
Letters4

To count it yourself, say defy slowly and listen for each vowel sound: de, fy. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with defy

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Questions

How many syllables are in defy?
Defy has two syllables.
How do you divide defy into syllables?
Defy divides as de-fy.
Which syllable is stressed in defy?
The second syllable (de-FY).

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