How many syllables in contempt?
Syllables in contempt
2
con·tempt
Contempt has two syllables. The stress falls on the second syllable.
How to say contempt
| Pronunciation | /kənˈtɛmpt/ 2 syllables, con-TEMPT · da-DUM |
|---|---|
| Stress | Second syllable |
| Letters | 8 |
To count it yourself, say contempt slowly and listen for each vowel sound: con, tempt. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with contempt
Questions
- How many syllables are in contempt?
- Contempt has two syllables.
- How do you divide contempt into syllables?
- Contempt divides as con-tempt.
- Which syllable is stressed in contempt?
- The second syllable (con-TEMPT).