How many syllables in tortoise?
Syllables in tortoise
2
tor·toise
Tortoise has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.
How to say tortoise
| Pronunciation | /ˈtɔɹtəs/ 2 syllables, TOR-toise · DUM-da |
|---|---|
| Stress | First syllable |
| Letters | 8 |
To count it yourself, say tortoise slowly and listen for each vowel sound: tor, toise. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with tortoise
- fortis
Questions
- How many syllables are in tortoise?
- Tortoise has two syllables.
- How do you divide tortoise into syllables?
- Tortoise divides as tor-toise.
- Which syllable is stressed in tortoise?
- The first syllable (TOR-toise).