How many syllables in waxing?

Syllables in waxing

2

wax·ing

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

How to say waxing

Pronunciation/ˈwæksɪŋ/
2 syllables, WAX-ing · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

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

Words that rhyme with waxing

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Questions

How many syllables are in waxing?
Waxing has two syllables.
How do you divide waxing into syllables?
Waxing divides as wax-ing.
Which syllable is stressed in waxing?
The first syllable (WAX-ing).

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