How many syllables in motive?

Syllables in motive

2

mo·tive

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

How to say motive

Pronunciation/ˈmoʊtɪv/
2 syllables, MO-tive · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say motive slowly and listen for each vowel sound: mo, tive. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in motive?
Motive has two syllables.
How do you divide motive into syllables?
Motive divides as mo-tive.
Which syllable is stressed in motive?
The first syllable (MO-tive).

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