How many syllables in purpose?
Syllables in purpose
2
pur·pose
Purpose has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.
How to say purpose
| Pronunciation | /ˈpɝpəs/ 2 syllables, PUR-pose · DUM-da |
|---|---|
| Stress | First syllable |
| Letters | 7 |
To count it yourself, say purpose slowly and listen for each vowel sound: pur, pose. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with purpose
Questions
- How many syllables are in purpose?
- Purpose has two syllables.
- How do you divide purpose into syllables?
- Purpose divides as pur-pose.
- Which syllable is stressed in purpose?
- The first syllable (PUR-pose).