How many syllables in greasy?

There are 2 syllables in the word greasy.

How to pronounce greasy:

greasy (adjective):: smeared or soiled with grease; covered with or containing grease; containing an unusual amount of grease or oil.

fat

fatty

greased

ground

lubricated

oiled

oily

oleaginous

rubbed

sebaceous

slick

slicked

slimy

slippery

slippy

slithery

certain

coarse

definite

dry

hateful

rough

safe

secure

stable

unslippery

Here are some other common words that have 2 syllables, like greasy does.

Syllable Quiz

How many syllables in the word frustration?

Question 1 of 5

Syllable Fun Fact

Elision is the process of omitting syllables when speaking quickly or in casual conversation, common in many languages.

You, too, can become a syllable pro and wow your friends, family, and pets!

Trending words

These words are popular right now. Visit each word to master its syllable count.