How many syllables in mention?
Syllables in mention
2
men·tion
Mention has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.
How to say mention
| Pronunciation | /ˈmɛnʃən/ 2 syllables, MEN-tion · DUM-da |
|---|---|
| Stress | First syllable |
| Letters | 7 |
To count it yourself, say mention slowly and listen for each vowel sound: men, tion. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with mention
- attention
- convention
- extension
- prevention
- intervention
- suspension
- pension
- tension
- invention
- dimension
- detention
- retention
- contention
- comprehension
- hypertension
- ascension
Questions
- How many syllables are in mention?
- Mention has two syllables.
- How do you divide mention into syllables?
- Mention divides as men-tion.
- Which syllable is stressed in mention?
- The first syllable (MEN-tion).