How many syllables in "dorsum"?

"dorsum" has 2 sílabas (dor - sum).

How to divide "dorsum"?

"dorsum" divides into 2 parts: dor · sum.

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

Say each syllable slowly (dor... sum) and listen on SayItVid.

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2 Sílabas

"dorsum": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:dor·sum

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DOR-sum(dor · sum)● ○

Stress in "dorsum" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈdɔɹ.səm⁄

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