How many syllables in explode?

Syllables in explode

2

ex·plode

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

How to say explode

Pronunciation/ɪksˈploʊd/
2 syllables, ex-PLODE · da-DUM
StressSecond syllable
Letters7

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

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Questions

How many syllables are in explode?
Explode has two syllables.
How do you divide explode into syllables?
Explode divides as ex-plode.
Which syllable is stressed in explode?
The second syllable (ex-PLODE).

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