How many syllables in "instantly"?

"instantly" has 3 lettergrepen (in - stant - ly).

How to divide "instantly"?

"instantly" divides into 3 parts: in · stant · ly.

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

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3 Lettergrepen

"instantly": 3 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:in·stant·ly

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IN-stant-ly(in · stant · ly)● ○ ○

Stress in "instantly" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈɪnstəntli⁄

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Lettergrepenin·stant·ly

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How many syllables in "instantly"?: "instantly" has 3 lettergrepen (in - stant - ly).
How to divide "instantly"?: "instantly" divides into 3 parts: in · stant · ly.
Where is the stress in "instantly"?: In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.
How to practice saying "instantly"?: Say each syllable slowly (in... stant... ly) and listen on SayItVid.