How Many Syllables Are in "Away"?

away has 2 syllables.

Syllable breakdown

a-way

Word
away
Syllable count
2
Pronunciation
/əˈweɪ/
Part of speech
adverb

Definition

To or at a distance.

Example sentence

The birds flew away.

Counts reflect a common American English reading. Pronunciation can vary. Source: Owner-reported CMU Pronouncing Dictionary check; no pronunciation note supplied..

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