How many paragraphs are in a short essay?

An essay is an expression of an idea supported with arguments. An essay must have three paragraphs at least.

The first paragraph is the introduction where the author captures the reader's attention.

The second is the body where the author explains his ideas and supported with valid arguments. If the author needs to add information must write the paragraphs that he considers necessaries.

The third is the conclusion that encloses the main idea with a short summary of the body.

Usually 5-7 but however many you want