How many syllables in "avast"?

"avast" has 2 lettergrepen (a - vast).

How to divide "avast"?

"avast" divides into 2 parts: a · vast.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"avast": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:a·vast

Hoofdklemtoon

a-VAST(a · vast)○ ●

Stress in "avast" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄əˈvæst⁄

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IPAəˈvæst

Lettergrepena·vast

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