How many syllables in "libelous"?

"libelous" has 3 sílabas (li - bel - ous).

How to divide "libelous"?

"libelous" divides into 3 parts: li · bel · ous.

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

Say each syllable slowly (li... bel... ous) and listen on SayItVid.

Guía de sílabas

3 Sílabas

"libelous": 3 sílabas.

Sílabas:li·bel·ous

Acento principal

LI-bel-ous(li · bel · ous)● ○ ○

Stress in "libelous" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈlaɪ.bə.ləs⁄

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