How many syllables in oyster?

Syllables in oyster

2

oys·ter

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

How to say oyster

Pronunciation/ˈɔɪstɚ/
2 syllables, OYS-ter · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

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

Words that rhyme with oyster

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Questions

How many syllables are in oyster?
Oyster has two syllables.
How do you divide oyster into syllables?
Oyster divides as oys-ter.
Which syllable is stressed in oyster?
The first syllable (OYS-ter).

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