How many syllables in delay?
Syllables in delay
2
de·lay
Delay has two syllables. The stress falls on the second syllable.
How to say delay
| Pronunciation | /dɪˈleɪ/ 2 syllables, de-LAY · da-DUM |
|---|---|
| Stress | Second syllable |
| Letters | 5 |
To count it yourself, say delay slowly and listen for each vowel sound: de, lay. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with delay
Questions
- How many syllables are in delay?
- Delay has two syllables.
- How do you divide delay into syllables?
- Delay divides as de-lay.
- Which syllable is stressed in delay?
- The second syllable (de-LAY).