How many syllables in taking?

Syllables in taking

2

tak·ing

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

How to say taking

Pronunciation/ˈteɪkɪŋ/
2 syllables, TAK-ing · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

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

Words that rhyme with taking

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Questions

How many syllables are in taking?
Taking has two syllables.
How do you divide taking into syllables?
Taking divides as tak-ing.
Which syllable is stressed in taking?
The first syllable (TAK-ing).

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