How many syllables in "detects"?

"detects" has 2 lettergrepen (de - tects).

How to divide "detects"?

"detects" divides into 2 parts: de · tects.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"detects": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:de·tects

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de-TECTS(de · tects)○ ●

Stress in "detects" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄dɪˈtɛkts⁄

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