How many syllables in "desist"?

"desist" has 2 lettergrepen (de - sist).

How to divide "desist"?

"desist" divides into 2 parts: de · sist.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"desist": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:de·sist

Hoofdklemtoon

de-SIST(de · sist)○ ●

Stress in "desist" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄dɪˈzɪst⁄

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