How many syllables in "subaltern"?

"subaltern" has 3 sílabas (su - bal - tern).

How to divide "subaltern"?

"subaltern" divides into 3 parts: su · bal · tern.

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

Say each syllable slowly (su... bal... tern) and listen on SayItVid.

Guía de sílabas

3 Sílabas

"subaltern": 3 sílabas.

Sílabas:su·bal·tern

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su-BAL-tern(su · bal · tern)○ ● ○

Stress in "subaltern" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄sʌbˈɔltəɹn⁄

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