How many syllables in despite?

Syllables in despite

2

de·spite

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

How to say despite

Pronunciation/dɪˈspaɪt/
2 syllables, de-SPITE · da-DUM
StressSecond syllable
Letters7

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

Words that rhyme with despite

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Questions

How many syllables are in despite?
Despite has two syllables.
How do you divide despite into syllables?
Despite divides as de-spite.
Which syllable is stressed in despite?
The second syllable (de-SPITE).

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