How many syllables in anchor?

Syllables in anchor

2

an·chor

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

How to say anchor

Pronunciation/ˈæŋkɚ/
2 syllables, AN-chor · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say anchor slowly and listen for each vowel sound: an, chor. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with anchor

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Questions

How many syllables are in anchor?
Anchor has two syllables.
How do you divide anchor into syllables?
Anchor divides as an-chor.
Which syllable is stressed in anchor?
The first syllable (AN-chor).

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