How many syllables in "alas"?

"alas" has 2 lettergrepen (a - las).

How to divide "alas"?

"alas" divides into 2 parts: a · las.

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

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Lettergrepids

2 Lettergrepen

"alas": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:a·las

Hoofdklemtoon

a-LAS(a · las)○ ●

Stress in "alas" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄əˈlæs⁄

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IPAəˈlæs

Lettergrepena·las

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