How many syllables in "allowance"?

"allowance" has 3 sílabas (al - low - ance).

How to divide "allowance"?

"allowance" divides into 3 parts: al · low · ance.

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

Say each syllable slowly (al... low... ance) and listen on SayItVid.

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3 Sílabas

"allowance": 3 sílabas.

Sílabas:al·low·ance

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al-LOW-ance(al · low · ance)○ ● ○

Stress in "allowance" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄əˈlaʊ.əns⁄

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How many syllables in "allowance"?: "allowance" has 3 sílabas (al - low - ance).
How to divide "allowance"?: "allowance" divides into 3 parts: al · low · ance.
Where is the stress in "allowance"?: In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.
How to practice saying "allowance"?: Say each syllable slowly (al... low... ance) and listen on SayItVid.