How many syllables in "ely"?

"ely" has 2 lettergrepen (e - ly).

"ely" divides into 2 parts: e · ly.

Where is the stress in "ely"?

In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.

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Lettergrepids

2 Lettergrepen

"ely": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:e·ly

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E-ly(e · ly)● ○

Stress in "ely" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈiːli⁄

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IPAˈiːli

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How many syllables in "ely"?: "ely" has 2 lettergrepen (e - ly).
How to divide "ely"?: "ely" divides into 2 parts: e · ly.
Where is the stress in "ely"?: In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.
How to practice saying "ely"?: Say each syllable slowly (e... ly) and listen on SayItVid.