How many syllables in "deesis"?

"deesis" has 2 lettergrepen (dee - sis).

How to divide "deesis"?

"deesis" divides into 2 parts: dee · sis.

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

Say each syllable slowly (dee... sis) and listen on SayItVid.

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2 Lettergrepen

"deesis": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:dee·sis

Hoofdklemtoon

dee-SIS(dee · sis)○ ●

Stress in "deesis" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄dɪˈiːsɪs⁄

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Lettergrependee·sis

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