How many syllables in eager?

Syllables in eager

2

ea·ger

Eager has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.

How to say eager

Pronunciation/ˈiɡɚ/
2 syllables, EA-ger · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters5

To count it yourself, say eager slowly and listen for each vowel sound: ea, ger. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with eager

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Questions

How many syllables are in eager?
Eager has two syllables.
How do you divide eager into syllables?
Eager divides as ea-ger.
Which syllable is stressed in eager?
The first syllable (EA-ger).

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