How many syllables in standby?

Syllables in standby

2

stand·by

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

How to say standby

Pronunciation/ˈstændˈbaɪ/
2 syllables, STAND-BY · DUM-DUM
StressFirst syllable
Letters7

To count it yourself, say standby slowly and listen for each vowel sound: stand, by. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with standby

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Questions

How many syllables are in standby?
Standby has two syllables.
How do you divide standby into syllables?
Standby divides as stand-by.
Which syllable is stressed in standby?
The first syllable (STAND-BY).

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