How many syllables in explosive?
Syllables in explosive
3
ex·plo·sive
Explosive has three syllables. The stress falls on the second syllable.
How to say explosive
| Pronunciation | /ɪksˈploʊsɪv/ 3 syllables, ex-PLO-sive · da-DUM-da |
|---|---|
| Stress | Second syllable |
| Letters | 9 |
To count it yourself, say explosive slowly and listen for each vowel sound: ex, plo, sive. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with explosive
- corrosive
- erosive
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Questions
- How many syllables are in explosive?
- Explosive has three syllables.
- How do you divide explosive into syllables?
- Explosive divides as ex-plo-sive.
- Which syllable is stressed in explosive?
- The second syllable (ex-PLO-sive).