How many syllables in basement?
Syllables in basement
2
base·ment
Basement has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.
How to say basement
| Pronunciation | /ˈbeɪsmənt/ 2 syllables, BASE-ment · DUM-da |
|---|---|
| Stress | First syllable |
| Letters | 8 |
To count it yourself, say basement slowly and listen for each vowel sound: base, ment. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with basement
- replacement
- placement
- displacement
- emplacement
- debasement
Questions
- How many syllables are in basement?
- Basement has two syllables.
- How do you divide basement into syllables?
- Basement divides as base-ment.
- Which syllable is stressed in basement?
- The first syllable (BASE-ment).