How Many Syllables Are in "Being"?
being has 2 syllables.
Syllable breakdown
be-ing
- Word
- being
- Syllable count
- 2
- Pronunciation
- /ˈbi.ɪŋ/
- Part of speech
- noun
Definition
A living person or creature; also a form of the verb be.
Example sentence
Every living being needs water.
Counts reflect a common American English reading. Pronunciation can vary. Source: Owner-reported CMU Pronouncing Dictionary check; no pronunciation note supplied..