How many syllables in "orthodox"?

"orthodox" has 3 syllabes (or - tho - dox).

How to divide "orthodox"?

"orthodox" divides into 3 parts: or · tho · dox.

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

Say each syllable slowly (or... tho... dox) and listen on SayItVid.

Guide des syllabes

3 Syllabes

"orthodox": 3 syllabes.

Syllabes:or·tho·dox

Accent principal

OR-tho-dox(or · tho · dox)● ○ ○

Stress in "orthodox" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈɔːr.θə.dɑːks⁄

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Syllabesor·tho·dox

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