How many syllables in violet?

Syllables in violet

3 or 2

vi·o·let

Violet has three syllables, or two when said quickly. The stress falls on the first syllable.

How to say violet

Said as /ˈvaɪəlɪt/3 syllables, VI-o-let · DUM-da-da
Said as /ˈvaɪlɪt/2 syllables · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say violet slowly and listen for each vowel sound: vi, o, let. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with violet

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Questions

How many syllables are in violet?
Violet has three syllables, or two when said quickly.
How do you divide violet into syllables?
Violet divides as vi-o-let.
Which syllable is stressed in violet?
The first syllable (VI-o-let).

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