How many syllables in "hypernym"?

"hypernym" has 3 lettergrepen (hy - per - nym).

How to divide "hypernym"?

"hypernym" divides into 3 parts: hy · per · nym.

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

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3 Lettergrepen

"hypernym": 3 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:hy·per·nym

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HY-per-nym(hy · per · nym)● ○ ○

Stress in "hypernym" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈhaɪpɚnɪm⁄

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IPAˈhaɪpɚnɪm

Lettergrepenhy·per·nym

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