How many syllables in "rebel"?

"rebel" has 2 syllabes (reb - el).

Why does "rebel" shift stress?

"rebel" is a heteronym: noun stresses REB-el, verb stresses re-BEL.

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

Say each syllable slowly (reb... el) and listen on SayItVid.

Guide des syllabes

2 Syllabes

"rebel": 2 syllabes.

Syllabes:reb·el

Heteronym: stress shifts by part of speech

Accent principal

REB-el(reb · el)● ○

Stress in "rebel" falls on 1st syllable (noun).

IPA:⁄ˈrɛb.əl⁄

Nom: A person who rises in opposition to authority.

“The historical rebel fought for personal liberties.”

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IPAˈrɛbəl

Syllabesreb·el

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How many syllables in "rebel"?: "rebel" has 2 syllabes (reb - el).
Why does "rebel" shift stress?: "rebel" is a heteronym: noun stresses REB-el, verb stresses re-BEL.
Where is the stress in "rebel"?: In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.
How to practice saying "rebel"?: Say each syllable slowly (reb... el) and listen on SayItVid.