How many syllables in derive?

Syllables in derive

2

de·rive

Derive has two syllables. The stress falls on the second syllable.

How to say derive

Pronunciation/dɚˈaɪv/
2 syllables, de-RIVE · da-DUM
StressSecond syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say derive slowly and listen for each vowel sound: de, rive. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with derive

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Questions

How many syllables are in derive?
Derive has two syllables.
How do you divide derive into syllables?
Derive divides as de-rive.
Which syllable is stressed in derive?
The second syllable (de-RIVE).

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