How many syllables in "dilemma"?

"dilemma" has 3 음절 (di - lem - ma).

How to divide "dilemma"?

"dilemma" divides into 3 parts: di · lem · ma.

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

Say each syllable slowly (di... lem... ma) and listen on SayItVid.

음절 가이드

3 음절

"dilemma": 3 음절.

음절:di·lem·ma

제1강세

di-LEM-ma(di · lem · ma)○ ● ○

Stress in "dilemma" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄dɪˈlɛm.ə⁄

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IPAdɪˈlɛm.ə

음절di·lem·ma

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