How many syllables in "accused"?

"accused" has 2 lettergrepen (ac - cused).

How to divide "accused"?

"accused" divides into 2 parts: ac · cused.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"accused": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:ac·cused

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ac-CUSED(ac · cused)○ ●

Stress in "accused" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄əˈkjuːzd⁄

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Lettergrepenac·cused

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