How many syllables in locust?

Syllables in locust

2

lo·cust

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

How to say locust

Pronunciation/ˈloʊkəst/
2 syllables, LO-cust · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say locust slowly and listen for each vowel sound: lo, cust. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in locust?
Locust has two syllables.
How do you divide locust into syllables?
Locust divides as lo-cust.
Which syllable is stressed in locust?
The first syllable (LO-cust).

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