How many syllables in "hobbits"?

"hobbits" has 2 lettergrepen (hob - bits).

How to divide "hobbits"?

"hobbits" divides into 2 parts: hob · bits.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"hobbits": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:hob·bits

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HOB-bits(hob · bits)● ○

Stress in "hobbits" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈhɒbɪts⁄

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