How many syllables in likely?

Syllables in likely

2

like·ly

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

How to say likely

Pronunciation/ˈlaɪkli/
2 syllables, LIKE-ly · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say likely slowly and listen for each vowel sound: like, ly. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in likely?
Likely has two syllables.
How do you divide likely into syllables?
Likely divides as like-ly.
Which syllable is stressed in likely?
The first syllable (LIKE-ly).

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