How many syllables in certain?

Syllables in certain

2

cer·tain

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

How to say certain

Pronunciation/ˈsɝtən/
2 syllables, CER-tain · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters7

To count it yourself, say certain slowly and listen for each vowel sound: cer, tain. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with certain

See all rhymes for certain →

Questions

How many syllables are in certain?
Certain has two syllables.
How do you divide certain into syllables?
Certain divides as cer-tain.
Which syllable is stressed in certain?
The first syllable (CER-tain).

More tools