How many syllables in nation?

Syllables in nation

2

na·tion

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

How to say nation

Pronunciation/ˈneɪʃən/
2 syllables, NA-tion · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

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

Words that rhyme with nation

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Questions

How many syllables are in nation?
Nation has two syllables.
How do you divide nation into syllables?
Nation divides as na-tion.
Which syllable is stressed in nation?
The first syllable (NA-tion).

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