How many syllables in "downward"?

"downward" has 2 sílabas (down - ward).

How to divide "downward"?

"downward" divides into 2 parts: down · ward.

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

Say each syllable slowly (down... ward) and listen on SayItVid.

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2 Sílabas

"downward": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:down·ward

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DOWN-ward(down · ward)● ○

Stress in "downward" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈdaʊn.wərd⁄

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