How many syllables in paperwork?

Syllables in paperwork

3

pa·per·work

Paperwork has three syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.

How to say paperwork

Pronunciation/ˈpeɪpɚˌwɝk/
3 syllables, PA-per-work · DUM-da-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters9

To count it yourself, say paperwork slowly and listen for each vowel sound: pa, per, work. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in paperwork?
Paperwork has three syllables.
How do you divide paperwork into syllables?
Paperwork divides as pa-per-work.
Which syllable is stressed in paperwork?
The first syllable (PA-per-work).

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