How many syllables in metre?

Syllables in metre

2

me·tre

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

How to say metre

Pronunciation/ˈmitɚ/
2 syllables, ME-tre · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters5

To count it yourself, say metre slowly and listen for each vowel sound: me, tre. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with metre

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Questions

How many syllables are in metre?
Metre has two syllables.
How do you divide metre into syllables?
Metre divides as me-tre.
Which syllable is stressed in metre?
The first syllable (ME-tre).

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