How many syllables in gently?

Syllables in gently

2

gen·tly

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

How to say gently

Pronunciation/ˈdʒɛntli/
2 syllables, GEN-tly · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say gently slowly and listen for each vowel sound: gen, tly. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in gently?
Gently has two syllables.
How do you divide gently into syllables?
Gently divides as gen-tly.
Which syllable is stressed in gently?
The first syllable (GEN-tly).

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