How many syllables in "encumber"?

"encumber" has 3 syllabes (en - cum - ber).

How to divide "encumber"?

"encumber" divides into 3 parts: en · cum · ber.

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

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Guide des syllabes

3 Syllabes

"encumber": 3 syllabes.

Syllabes:en·cum·ber

Accent principal

en-CUM-ber(en · cum · ber)○ ● ○

Stress in "encumber" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄ɪnˈkʌm.bər⁄

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