How many syllables in "cantonese"?

"cantonese" has 3 sílabas (can - to - nese).

How to divide "cantonese"?

"cantonese" divides into 3 parts: can · to · nese.

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

Say each syllable slowly (can... to... nese) and listen on SayItVid.

Guía de sílabas

3 Sílabas

"cantonese": 3 sílabas.

Sílabas:can·to·nese

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can-to-NESE(can · to · nese)○ ○ ●

Stress in "cantonese" falls on 3rd syllable.

IPA:⁄ˌkæntəˈniːz⁄

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