How many syllables in prior?

Syllables in prior

2

pri·or

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

How to say prior

Pronunciation/ˈpɹaɪɚ/
2 syllables, PRI-or · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters5

To count it yourself, say prior slowly and listen for each vowel sound: pri, or. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with prior

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Questions

How many syllables are in prior?
Prior has two syllables.
How do you divide prior into syllables?
Prior divides as pri-or.
Which syllable is stressed in prior?
The first syllable (PRI-or).

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