How many syllables in interim?

Syllables in interim

3 or 2

in·ter·im

Interim has three syllables, or two when said quickly. The stress falls on the first syllable.

How to say interim

Said as /ˈɪntɚəm/3 syllables, IN-ter-im · DUM-da-da
Said as /ˈɪntɹəm/2 syllables · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters7

To count it yourself, say interim slowly and listen for each vowel sound: in, ter, im. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in interim?
Interim has three syllables, or two when said quickly.
How do you divide interim into syllables?
Interim divides as in-ter-im.
Which syllable is stressed in interim?
The first syllable (IN-ter-im).

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