How many syllables in "forbid"?

"forbid" has 2 lettergrepen (for - bid).

How to divide "forbid"?

"forbid" divides into 2 parts: for · bid.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"forbid": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:for·bid

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for-BID(for · bid)○ ●

Stress in "forbid" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄fərˈbɪd⁄

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IPAfərˈbɪd

Lettergrepenfor·bid

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