How many syllables in meter?

Syllables in meter

2

me·ter

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

How to say meter

Pronunciation/ˈmitɚ/
2 syllables, ME-ter · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters5

To count it yourself, say meter slowly and listen for each vowel sound: me, ter. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with meter

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Questions

How many syllables are in meter?
Meter has two syllables.
How do you divide meter into syllables?
Meter divides as me-ter.
Which syllable is stressed in meter?
The first syllable (ME-ter).

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