How many syllables in "defines"?

"defines" has 2 sílabas (de - fines).

How to divide "defines"?

"defines" divides into 2 parts: de · fines.

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

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"defines": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:de·fines

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de-FINES(de · fines)○ ●

Stress in "defines" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄dɪˈfaɪnz⁄

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How many syllables in "defines"?: "defines" has 2 sílabas (de - fines).
How to divide "defines"?: "defines" divides into 2 parts: de · fines.
Where is the stress in "defines"?: In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.
How to practice saying "defines"?: Say each syllable slowly (de... fines) and listen on SayItVid.