How many syllables in "deterrent"?

"deterrent" has 3 sillabe (de - ter - rent).

How to divide "deterrent"?

"deterrent" divides into 3 parts: de · ter · rent.

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

Say each syllable slowly (de... ter... rent) and listen on SayItVid.

Guida alle sillabe

3 Sillabe

"deterrent": 3 sillabe.

Sillabe:de·ter·rent

Accento primario

de-TER-rent(de · ter · rent)○ ● ○

Stress in "deterrent" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄dɪˈtɜːr.ənt⁄

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Sillabede·ter·rent

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