How many syllables in "forbids"?

"forbids" has 2 sílabas (for - bids).

How to divide "forbids"?

"forbids" divides into 2 parts: for · bids.

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

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2 Sílabas

"forbids": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:for·bids

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for-BIDS(for · bids)○ ●

Stress in "forbids" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄fərˈbɪdz⁄

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Sílabasfor·bids

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