How many syllables in "debtor"?

"debtor" has 2 lettergrepen (deb - tor).

How to divide "debtor"?

"debtor" divides into 2 parts: deb · tor.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"debtor": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:deb·tor

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DEB-tor(deb · tor)● ○

Stress in "debtor" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈdɛtər⁄

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IPAˈdɛtər

Lettergrependeb·tor

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they had a very simple solution to it. The debtor, if the debtor can't pay back their debts well then, become a debt slave to the creditor. well then, become a debt slave to the creditor.

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