How many syllables in "backdrops"?

"backdrops" has 2 lettergrepen (back - drops).

How to divide "backdrops"?

"backdrops" divides into 2 parts: back · drops.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"backdrops": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:back·drops

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BACK-drops(back · drops)● ○

Stress in "backdrops" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈbækˌdrɒps⁄

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IPAˈbækˌdrɒps

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