How many syllables in striking?

Syllables in striking

2

strik·ing

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

How to say striking

Pronunciation/ˈstɹaɪkɪŋ/
2 syllables, STRIK-ing · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters8

To count it yourself, say striking slowly and listen for each vowel sound: strik, ing. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in striking?
Striking has two syllables.
How do you divide striking into syllables?
Striking divides as strik-ing.
Which syllable is stressed in striking?
The first syllable (STRIK-ing).

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