How many syllables in poorly?
Syllables in poorly
2
poor·ly
Poorly has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.
How to say poorly
| Pronunciation | /ˈpuɹli/ 2 syllables, POOR-ly · DUM-da |
|---|---|
| Stress | First syllable |
| Letters | 6 |
To count it yourself, say poorly slowly and listen for each vowel sound: poor, ly. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with poorly
Questions
- How many syllables are in poorly?
- Poorly has two syllables.
- How do you divide poorly into syllables?
- Poorly divides as poor-ly.
- Which syllable is stressed in poorly?
- The first syllable (POOR-ly).