How many syllables in "lesser"?

"lesser" has 2 sílabas (les - ser).

How to divide "lesser"?

"lesser" divides into 2 parts: les · ser.

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

Say each syllable slowly (les... ser) and listen on SayItVid.

Guía de sílabas

2 Sílabas

"lesser": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:les·ser

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LES-ser(les · ser)● ○

Stress in "lesser" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈlɛsər⁄

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