How many syllables in pretend?
Syllables in pretend
2
pre·tend
Pretend has two syllables. The stress falls on the second syllable.
How to say pretend
| Pronunciation | /pɹiˈtɛnd/ 2 syllables, pre-TEND · da-DUM |
|---|---|
| Stress | Second syllable |
| Letters | 7 |
To count it yourself, say pretend slowly and listen for each vowel sound: pre, tend. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with pretend
Questions
- How many syllables are in pretend?
- Pretend has two syllables.
- How do you divide pretend into syllables?
- Pretend divides as pre-tend.
- Which syllable is stressed in pretend?
- The second syllable (pre-TEND).