How many syllables in alum?

Syllables in alum

2

alum

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

How to say alum

Said as /ˈæləm/2 syllables · DUM-da
Said as /əˈlʌm/2 syllables · da-DUM
StressFirst syllable
Letters4

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Questions

How many syllables are in alum?
Alum has two syllables.
How do you divide alum into syllables?
Alum is said as /ˈæləm/, with two beats.
Which syllable is stressed in alum?
The first syllable.

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