How many syllables in decay?
Syllables in decay
2
de·cay
Decay has two syllables. The stress falls on the second syllable.
How to say decay
| Pronunciation | /dɪˈkeɪ/ 2 syllables, de-CAY · da-DUM |
|---|---|
| Stress | Second syllable |
| Letters | 5 |
To count it yourself, say decay slowly and listen for each vowel sound: de, cay. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with decay
Questions
- How many syllables are in decay?
- Decay has two syllables.
- How do you divide decay into syllables?
- Decay divides as de-cay.
- Which syllable is stressed in decay?
- The second syllable (de-CAY).