How many syllables in "dunces"?

"dunces" has 2 sílabas (dun - ces).

How to divide "dunces"?

"dunces" divides into 2 parts: dun · ces.

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

Say each syllable slowly (dun... ces) and listen on SayItVid.

Guía de sílabas

2 Sílabas

"dunces": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:dun·ces

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DUN-ces(dun · ces)● ○

Stress in "dunces" falls on 1st syllable.

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