How many syllables in derail?

Syllables in derail

2

de·rail

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

How to say derail

Pronunciation/dɪˈɹeɪl/
2 syllables, de-RAIL · da-DUM
StressSecond syllable
Letters6

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

Words that rhyme with derail

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Questions

How many syllables are in derail?
Derail has two syllables.
How do you divide derail into syllables?
Derail divides as de-rail.
Which syllable is stressed in derail?
The second syllable (de-RAIL).

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