How many syllables in clumsy?

Syllables in clumsy

2

clum·sy

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

How to say clumsy

Pronunciation/ˈklʌmzi/
2 syllables, CLUM-sy · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say clumsy slowly and listen for each vowel sound: clum, sy. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in clumsy?
Clumsy has two syllables.
How do you divide clumsy into syllables?
Clumsy divides as clum-sy.
Which syllable is stressed in clumsy?
The first syllable (CLUM-sy).

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