How many syllables in software?

Syllables in software

2

soft·ware

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

How to say software

Said as /ˈsɔfˌtwɛɹ/2 syllables, SOFT-ware · DUM-da
Said as /ˈsɔfˌwɛɹ/2 syllables, SOFT-ware · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters8

To count it yourself, say software slowly and listen for each vowel sound: soft, ware. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in software?
Software has two syllables.
How do you divide software into syllables?
Software divides as soft-ware.
Which syllable is stressed in software?
The first syllable (SOFT-ware).

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