How many syllables in "gerus"?

"gerus" has 2 lettergrepen (ge - rus).

How to divide "gerus"?

"gerus" divides into 2 parts: ge · rus.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"gerus": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:ge·rus

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ge-RUS(ge · rus)○ ●

Stress in "gerus" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄ɡəˈruːs⁄

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Lettergrepenge·rus

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