How many syllables in "polytheist"?

"polytheist" has 3 syllabes (po - ly - theist).

How to divide "polytheist"?

"polytheist" divides into 3 parts: po · ly · theist.

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

Say each syllable slowly (po... ly... theist) and listen on SayItVid.

Guide des syllabes

3 Syllabes

"polytheist": 3 syllabes.

Syllabes:po·ly·theist

Accent principal

po-ly-THEIST(po · ly · theist)○ ○ ●

Stress in "polytheist" falls on 3rd syllable.

IPA:⁄pɒlɪˈθiːɪst⁄

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Syllabespo·ly·theist

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