How many syllables in "formalists"?

"formalists" has 3 lettergrepen (for - ma - lists).

How to divide "formalists"?

"formalists" divides into 3 parts: for · ma · lists.

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

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3 Lettergrepen

"formalists": 3 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:for·ma·lists

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FOR-ma-lists(for · ma · lists)● ○ ○

Stress in "formalists" falls on 1st syllable.

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