How many syllables in "crossword"?

"crossword" has 2 lettergrepen (cross - word).

How to divide "crossword"?

"crossword" divides into 2 parts: cross · word.

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

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Lettergrepids

2 Lettergrepen

"crossword": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:cross·word

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CROSS-word(cross · word)● ○

Stress in "crossword" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈkrɔs.wɜːd⁄

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IPAˈkrɔs.wɜːd

Lettergrepencross·word

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