How many syllables in "directions"?

"directions" has 3 syllabes (di - rec - tions).

How to divide "directions"?

"directions" divides into 3 parts: di · rec · tions.

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

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Guide des syllabes

3 Syllabes

"directions": 3 syllabes.

Syllabes:di·rec·tions

Accent principal

di-REC-tions(di · rec · tions)○ ● ○

Stress in "directions" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄dəˈrɛkʃənz⁄

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