How many syllables in explain?

Syllables in explain

2

ex·plain

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

How to say explain

Pronunciation/ɪksˈpleɪn/
2 syllables, ex-PLAIN · da-DUM
StressSecond syllable
Letters7

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

Words that rhyme with explain

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Questions

How many syllables are in explain?
Explain has two syllables.
How do you divide explain into syllables?
Explain divides as ex-plain.
Which syllable is stressed in explain?
The second syllable (ex-PLAIN).

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