How many syllables in "dextran"?

"dextran" has 2 lettergrepen (dex - tran).

How to divide "dextran"?

"dextran" divides into 2 parts: dex · tran.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"dextran": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:dex·tran

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DEX-tran(dex · tran)● ○

Stress in "dextran" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈdɛkstrən⁄

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IPAˈdɛkstrən

Lettergrependex·tran

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