How many syllables in expel?

Syllables in expel

2

ex·pel

Expel has two syllables. The stress falls on the second syllable.

How to say expel

Pronunciation/ɪkˈspɛl/
2 syllables, ex-PEL · da-DUM
StressSecond syllable
Letters5

To count it yourself, say expel slowly and listen for each vowel sound: ex, pel. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in expel?
Expel has two syllables.
How do you divide expel into syllables?
Expel divides as ex-pel.
Which syllable is stressed in expel?
The second syllable (ex-PEL).

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