How many syllables in effect?

Syllables in effect

2

ef·fect

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

How to say effect

Said as /ɪˈfɛkt/2 syllables, ef-FECT · da-DUM
Said as /ˈifɛkt/2 syllables, EF-fect · DUM-da
StressSecond syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say effect slowly and listen for each vowel sound: ef, fect. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with effect

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Questions

How many syllables are in effect?
Effect has two syllables.
How do you divide effect into syllables?
Effect divides as ef-fect.
Which syllable is stressed in effect?
The second syllable (ef-FECT).

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