How many syllables in speaking?

There are 2 syllables in the word speaking.

Divide speaking into syllables:

speaking (adjective):: that speaks capable of speech; (of a person) able to speak in a fluent and persuasive manner

oral presentation

public speaking

speech production

speechmaking

susurration

utterance

vocalization

voicelessness

whisper

whispering

inaudible

introverted

modest

nonvocal

quiet

shy

silent

voiceless

written

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