How many syllables in "forbidden"?

"forbidden" has 3 sílabas (for - bid - den).

How to divide "forbidden"?

"forbidden" divides into 3 parts: for · bid · den.

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

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3 Sílabas

"forbidden": 3 sílabas.

Sílabas:for·bid·den

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for-BID-den(for · bid · den)○ ● ○

Stress in "forbidden" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄fərˈbɪdən⁄

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Sílabasfor·bid·den

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How many syllables in "forbidden"?: "forbidden" has 3 sílabas (for - bid - den).
How to divide "forbidden"?: "forbidden" divides into 3 parts: for · bid · den.
Where is the stress in "forbidden"?: In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.
How to practice saying "forbidden"?: Say each syllable slowly (for... bid... den) and listen on SayItVid.