How many syllables in "discussed"?

"discussed" has 2 lettergrepen (dis - cussed).

How to divide "discussed"?

"discussed" divides into 2 parts: dis · cussed.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"discussed": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:dis·cussed

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dis-CUSSED(dis · cussed)○ ●

Stress in "discussed" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄dɪˈskʌst⁄

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