How many syllables in "decretive"?

"decretive" has 3 sílabas (de - cre - tive).

How to divide "decretive"?

"decretive" divides into 3 parts: de · cre · tive.

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

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3 Sílabas

"decretive": 3 sílabas.

Sílabas:de·cre·tive

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de-CRE-tive(de · cre · tive)○ ● ○

Stress in "decretive" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄dɪˈkɹiːtɪv⁄

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