How many syllables in needed?

Syllables in needed

2

need·ed

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

How to say needed

Said as /ˈnidəd/2 syllables, NEED-ed · DUM-da
Said as /ˈnidɪd/2 syllables, NEED-ed · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters6

To count it yourself, say needed slowly and listen for each vowel sound: need, ed. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with needed

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Questions

How many syllables are in needed?
Needed has two syllables.
How do you divide needed into syllables?
Needed divides as need-ed.
Which syllable is stressed in needed?
The first syllable (NEED-ed).

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