How many syllables in leaking?
Syllables in leaking
2
leak·ing
Leaking has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.
How to say leaking
| Pronunciation | /ˈlikɪŋ/ 2 syllables, LEAK-ing · DUM-da |
|---|---|
| Stress | First syllable |
| Letters | 7 |
To count it yourself, say leaking slowly and listen for each vowel sound: leak, ing. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with leaking
- speaking
- seeking
- freaking
- sneaking
- tweaking
- peaking
- peeking
- shrieking
- creaking
- streaking
- critiquing
- wreaking
- squeaking
- reeking
Questions
- How many syllables are in leaking?
- Leaking has two syllables.
- How do you divide leaking into syllables?
- Leaking divides as leak-ing.
- Which syllable is stressed in leaking?
- The first syllable (LEAK-ing).