How many syllables in handsome?
Syllables in handsome
2
hand·some
Handsome has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.
How to say handsome
| Pronunciation | /ˈhænsəm/ 2 syllables, HAND-some · DUM-da |
|---|---|
| Stress | First syllable |
| Letters | 8 |
To count it yourself, say handsome slowly and listen for each vowel sound: hand, some. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with handsome
- ransom
- transom
- hansom
Questions
- How many syllables are in handsome?
- Handsome has two syllables.
- How do you divide handsome into syllables?
- Handsome divides as hand-some.
- Which syllable is stressed in handsome?
- The first syllable (HAND-some).