How many syllables in locking?

Syllables in locking

2

lock·ing

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

How to say locking

Pronunciation/ˈlɑkɪŋ/
2 syllables, LOCK-ing · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters7

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

Words that rhyme with locking

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Questions

How many syllables are in locking?
Locking has two syllables.
How do you divide locking into syllables?
Locking divides as lock-ing.
Which syllable is stressed in locking?
The first syllable (LOCK-ing).

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