How many syllables in "gainsay"?

"gainsay" has 2 sillabe (gain - say).

How to divide "gainsay"?

"gainsay" divides into 2 parts: gain · say.

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

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2 Sillabe

"gainsay": 2 sillabe.

Sillabe:gain·say

Accento primario

gain-SAY(gain · say)○ ●

Stress in "gainsay" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄ɡeɪnˈseɪ⁄

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IPAɡeɪnˈseɪ

Sillabegain·say

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How many syllables in "gainsay"?: "gainsay" has 2 sillabe (gain - say).
How to divide "gainsay"?: "gainsay" divides into 2 parts: gain · say.
Where is the stress in "gainsay"?: In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.
How to practice saying "gainsay"?: Say each syllable slowly (gain... say) and listen on SayItVid.