How many syllables in herpes?
Syllables in herpes
2
her·pes
Herpes has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.
How to say herpes
| Pronunciation | /ˈhɝpiz/ 2 syllables, HER-pes · DUM-da |
|---|---|
| Stress | First syllable |
| Letters | 6 |
To count it yourself, say herpes slowly and listen for each vowel sound: her, pes. Each beat is one syllable.
Near rhymes with herpes
- controversies
- thirties
- turkeys
- birdies
- worries
- attorneys
- puppies
- jerseys
- journeys
- ovaries
- curries
- hurries
- verges
- flurries
- yuppies
- chirpy
Questions
- How many syllables are in herpes?
- Herpes has two syllables.
- How do you divide herpes into syllables?
- Herpes divides as her-pes.
- Which syllable is stressed in herpes?
- The first syllable (HER-pes).