How many syllables in bother?

Syllables in bother

2

both·er

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

How to say bother

Pronunciation/ˈbɑðɚ/
2 syllables, BOTH-er · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say bother slowly and listen for each vowel sound: both, er. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in bother?
Bother has two syllables.
How do you divide bother into syllables?
Bother divides as both-er.
Which syllable is stressed in bother?
The first syllable (BOTH-er).

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