How many syllables in licking?

Syllables in licking

2

lick·ing

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

How to say licking

Pronunciation/ˈlɪkɪŋ/
2 syllables, LICK-ing · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters7

To count it yourself, say licking slowly and listen for each vowel sound: lick, ing. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in licking?
Licking has two syllables.
How do you divide licking into syllables?
Licking divides as lick-ing.
Which syllable is stressed in licking?
The first syllable (LICK-ing).

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