How many syllables in "aegis"?

"aegis" has 2 lettergrepen (ae - gis).

How to divide "aegis"?

"aegis" divides into 2 parts: ae · gis.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"aegis": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:ae·gis

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AE-gis(ae · gis)● ○

Stress in "aegis" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈiːdʒɪs⁄

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Lettergrepenae·gis

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