How many syllables in "dissimilar"?

"dissimilar" has 4 sílabas (dis - sim - i - lar).

How to divide "dissimilar"?

"dissimilar" divides into 4 parts: dis · sim · i · lar.

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

Say each syllable slowly (dis... sim... i... lar) and listen on SayItVid.

Guía de sílabas

4 Sílabas

"dissimilar": 4 sílabas.

Sílabas:dis·sim·i·lar

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dis-SIM-i-lar(dis · sim · i · lar)○ ● ○ ○

Stress in "dissimilar" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄dɪˈsɪm.ɪ.lɚ⁄

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