How many syllables in "construes"?

"construes" has 2 syllabes (con - strues).

How to divide "construes"?

"construes" divides into 2 parts: con · strues.

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

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Guide des syllabes

2 Syllabes

"construes": 2 syllabes.

Syllabes:con·strues

Accent principal

con-STRUES(con · strues)○ ●

Stress in "construes" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄kənˈstɹuːz⁄

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