How many syllables in expectations?
Syllables in expectations
4
ex·pec·ta·tions
Expectations has four syllables. The stress falls on the third syllable.
How to say expectations
| Pronunciation | /ˌɛkspɛkˈteɪʃənz/ 4 syllables, ex-pec-TA-tions · da-da-DUM-da |
|---|---|
| Stress | Third syllable |
| Letters | 12 |
To count it yourself, say expectations slowly and listen for each vowel sound: ex, pec, ta, tions. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with expectations
- patients
- operations
- nations
- organizations
- relations
- applications
- communications
- regulations
- stations
- situations
- locations
- congratulations
- conversations
- generations
- recommendations
- publications
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Questions
- How many syllables are in expectations?
- Expectations has four syllables.
- How do you divide expectations into syllables?
- Expectations divides as ex-pec-ta-tions.
- Which syllable is stressed in expectations?
- The third syllable (ex-pec-TA-tions).