How many syllables in makeup?

Syllables in makeup

2

make·up

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

How to say makeup

Pronunciation/ˈmeɪˌkʌp/
2 syllables, MAKE-up · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say makeup slowly and listen for each vowel sound: make, up. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in makeup?
Makeup has two syllables.
How do you divide makeup into syllables?
Makeup divides as make-up.
Which syllable is stressed in makeup?
The first syllable (MAKE-up).

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