How many syllables in "modesto"?

"modesto" has 3 sílabas (mo - des - to).

How to divide "modesto"?

"modesto" divides into 3 parts: mo · des · to.

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

Say each syllable slowly (mo... des... to) and listen on SayItVid.

Guía de sílabas

3 Sílabas

"modesto": 3 sílabas.

Sílabas:mo·des·to

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mo-DES-to(mo · des · to)○ ● ○

Stress in "modesto" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄məˈdɛstoʊ⁄

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