How many syllables in "decapitate"?

"decapitate" has 4 silben (de - cap - i - tate).

How to divide "decapitate"?

"decapitate" divides into 4 parts: de · cap · i · tate.

In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.

Say each syllable slowly (de... cap... i... tate) and listen on SayItVid.

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4 Silben

"decapitate": 4 silben.

Silben:de·cap·i·tate

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de-CAP-i-tate(de · cap · i · tate)○ ● ○ ○

Stress in "decapitate" falls on 2nd syllable.

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How many syllables in "decapitate"?: "decapitate" has 4 silben (de - cap - i - tate).
How to divide "decapitate"?: "decapitate" divides into 4 parts: de · cap · i · tate.
Where is the stress in "decapitate"?: In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.
How to practice saying "decapitate"?: Say each syllable slowly (de... cap... i... tate) and listen on SayItVid.