How many syllables in "acton"?

"acton" has 2 lettergrepen (ac - ton).

How to divide "acton"?

"acton" divides into 2 parts: ac · ton.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"acton": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:ac·ton

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AC-ton(ac · ton)● ○

Stress in "acton" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈæk.tən⁄

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Lettergrepenac·ton

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