How many syllables in waiting?
Syllables in waiting
2
wait·ing
Waiting has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.
How to say waiting
| Pronunciation | /ˈweɪtɪŋ/ 2 syllables, WAIT-ing · DUM-da |
|---|---|
| Stress | First syllable |
| Letters | 7 |
To count it yourself, say waiting slowly and listen for each vowel sound: wait, ing. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with waiting
- operating
- dating
- creating
- rating
- relating
- participating
- celebrating
- stating
- fascinating
- indicating
- investigating
- generating
- frustrating
- devastating
- hating
- skating
Questions
- How many syllables are in waiting?
- Waiting has two syllables.
- How do you divide waiting into syllables?
- Waiting divides as wait-ing.
- Which syllable is stressed in waiting?
- The first syllable (WAIT-ing).