How many syllables in layoffs?

Syllables in layoffs

2

lay·offs

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

How to say layoffs

Pronunciation/ˈleɪˌɔfs/
2 syllables, LAY-offs · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters7

To count it yourself, say layoffs slowly and listen for each vowel sound: lay, offs. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in layoffs?
Layoffs has two syllables.
How do you divide layoffs into syllables?
Layoffs divides as lay-offs.
Which syllable is stressed in layoffs?
The first syllable (LAY-offs).

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