How many syllables in tarmac?

Syllables in tarmac

2

tar·mac

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

How to say tarmac

Pronunciation/ˈtɑɹˌmæk/
2 syllables, TAR-mac · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say tarmac slowly and listen for each vowel sound: tar, mac. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in tarmac?
Tarmac has two syllables.
How do you divide tarmac into syllables?
Tarmac divides as tar-mac.
Which syllable is stressed in tarmac?
The first syllable (TAR-mac).

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