How many syllables are in 'Genius'?

Question

2 or 3?

Answer 1

Are we speaking "Proper English" or are we just talkin'?

In "Proper English", with good annunciation and correct pronunciation, it is 3 syllables.  gee-nee-us

In everyday speach, with an accent, here in Ohio it's usually 2 syllables.  jean-yus

Answer 2

Two - - -

genius Definition

gen·ius

^^ the breakdown of genius into TWO syllables. ♥

Answer 3

2

Answer 4

3

Answer 5

TWO.  When pronounced properly.

gen·ius:  Pronunciation Key -  [jeen-yuhs] -

1. an exceptional natural capacity of intellect, especially as shown in creative and original work in science, art, music, etc.: the genius of Mozart.  

2. a person having such capacity.

Answer 6

gen-i-us

3

or 2

it depends

Answer 7

two.

GENE-OUS.

Genius. :)

Answer 8

I always thought its 2 but then I read these answers and they're saying its 3..

I think its 2...ughh confuzzled ~__~

but I am sure it's 2