How many syllables in "sputum"?

"sputum" has 2 sílabas (spu - tum).

How to divide "sputum"?

"sputum" divides into 2 parts: spu · tum.

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

Say each syllable slowly (spu... tum) and listen on SayItVid.

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2 Sílabas

"sputum": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:spu·tum

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SPU-tum(spu · tum)● ○

Stress in "sputum" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈspjuːtəm⁄

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