How many syllables in motion?

Syllables in motion

2

mo·tion

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

How to say motion

Pronunciation/ˈmoʊʃən/
2 syllables, MO-tion · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say motion slowly and listen for each vowel sound: mo, tion. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with motion

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Questions

How many syllables are in motion?
Motion has two syllables.
How do you divide motion into syllables?
Motion divides as mo-tion.
Which syllable is stressed in motion?
The first syllable (MO-tion).

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