How many syllables in limelight?

Syllables in limelight

2

lime·light

Limelight has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.

How to say limelight

Pronunciation/ˈlaɪmˌlaɪt/
2 syllables, LIME-light · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters9

To count it yourself, say limelight slowly and listen for each vowel sound: lime, light. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in limelight?
Limelight has two syllables.
How do you divide limelight into syllables?
Limelight divides as lime-light.
Which syllable is stressed in limelight?
The first syllable (LIME-light).

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