How many syllables in "ageism"?

"ageism" has 2 lettergrepen (a - geism).

How to divide "ageism"?

"ageism" divides into 2 parts: a · geism.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"ageism": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:a·geism

Hoofdklemtoon

A-geism(a · geism)● ○

Stress in "ageism" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈeɪd͡ʒ.ɪzm̩⁄

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IPAˈeɪd͡ʒ.ɪzm̩

Lettergrepena·geism

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