How many syllables in careless?

Syllables in careless

2

care·less

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

How to say careless

Pronunciation/ˈkɛɹləs/
2 syllables, CARE-less · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters8

To count it yourself, say careless slowly and listen for each vowel sound: care, less. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with careless

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Questions

How many syllables are in careless?
Careless has two syllables.
How do you divide careless into syllables?
Careless divides as care-less.
Which syllable is stressed in careless?
The first syllable (CARE-less).

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