How many syllables in only?

Syllables in only

2

on·ly

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

How to say only

Pronunciation/ˈoʊnli/
2 syllables, ON-ly · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters4

To count it yourself, say only slowly and listen for each vowel sound: on, ly. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in only?
Only has two syllables.
How do you divide only into syllables?
Only divides as on-ly.
Which syllable is stressed in only?
The first syllable (ON-ly).

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