How many syllables in defect?
Syllables in defect
2
de·fect
Defect has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.
How to say defect
| Said as /ˈdifɛkt/ | 2 syllables, DE-fect · DUM-da |
|---|---|
| Said as /dɪˈfɛkt/ | 2 syllables, de-FECT · da-DUM |
| Stress | First syllable |
| Letters | 6 |
To count it yourself, say defect slowly and listen for each vowel sound: de, fect. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with defect
Questions
- How many syllables are in defect?
- Defect has two syllables.
- How do you divide defect into syllables?
- Defect divides as de-fect.
- Which syllable is stressed in defect?
- The first syllable (DE-fect).