How many syllables in closely?

Syllables in closely

2

close·ly

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

How to say closely

Pronunciation/ˈkloʊsli/
2 syllables, CLOSE-ly · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters7

To count it yourself, say closely slowly and listen for each vowel sound: close, ly. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in closely?
Closely has two syllables.
How do you divide closely into syllables?
Closely divides as close-ly.
Which syllable is stressed in closely?
The first syllable (CLOSE-ly).

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