How many syllables in "disciples"?

"disciples" has 3 lettergrepen (dis - ci - ples).

How to divide "disciples"?

"disciples" divides into 3 parts: dis · ci · ples.

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

Say each syllable slowly (dis... ci... ples) and listen on SayItVid.

Lettergrepids

3 Lettergrepen

"disciples": 3 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:dis·ci·ples

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dis-CI-ples(dis · ci · ples)○ ● ○

Stress in "disciples" falls on 2nd syllable.

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IPAdɪˈsaɪpəlz

Lettergrependis·ci·ples

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How many syllables in "disciples"?: "disciples" has 3 lettergrepen (dis - ci - ples).
How to divide "disciples"?: "disciples" divides into 3 parts: dis · ci · ples.
Where is the stress in "disciples"?: In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.
How to practice saying "disciples"?: Say each syllable slowly (dis... ci... ples) and listen on SayItVid.