How many syllables in speaking?
Syllables in speaking
2
speak·ing
Speaking has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.
How to say speaking
| Pronunciation | /ˈspikɪŋ/ 2 syllables, SPEAK-ing · DUM-da |
|---|---|
| Stress | First syllable |
| Letters | 8 |
To count it yourself, say speaking slowly and listen for each vowel sound: speak, ing. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with speaking
- seeking
- freaking
- leaking
- sneaking
- tweaking
- peaking
- peeking
- shrieking
- creaking
- streaking
- critiquing
- wreaking
- squeaking
- reeking
Questions
- How many syllables are in speaking?
- Speaking has two syllables.
- How do you divide speaking into syllables?
- Speaking divides as speak-ing.
- Which syllable is stressed in speaking?
- The first syllable (SPEAK-ing).