How many syllables in "luis"?

"luis" has 2 lettergrepen (lu - is).

How to divide "luis"?

"luis" divides into 2 parts: lu · is.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"luis": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:lu·is

Hoofdklemtoon

lu-IS(lu · is)○ ●

Stress in "luis" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄luˈiːs⁄

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IPAluˈiːs

Lettergrepenlu·is

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