How many syllables in "inept"?

"inept" has 2 lettergrepen (in - ept).

How to divide "inept"?

"inept" divides into 2 parts: in · ept.

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

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Lettergrepids

2 Lettergrepen

"inept": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:in·ept

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in-EPT(in · ept)○ ●

Stress in "inept" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄ɪˈnɛpt⁄

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IPAɪˈnɛpt

Lettergrepenin·ept

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4:24

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