How many syllables in poking?

Syllables in poking

2

pok·ing

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

How to say poking

Pronunciation/ˈpoʊkɪŋ/
2 syllables, POK-ing · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say poking slowly and listen for each vowel sound: pok, ing. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in poking?
Poking has two syllables.
How do you divide poking into syllables?
Poking divides as pok-ing.
Which syllable is stressed in poking?
The first syllable (POK-ing).

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