How many syllables in operates?

Syllables in operates

3

op·er·ates

Operates has three syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.

How to say operates

Pronunciation/ˈɑpɚˌeɪts/
3 syllables, OP-er-ates · DUM-da-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters8

To count it yourself, say operates slowly and listen for each vowel sound: op, er, ates. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in operates?
Operates has three syllables.
How do you divide operates into syllables?
Operates divides as op-er-ates.
Which syllable is stressed in operates?
The first syllable (OP-er-ates).

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