How many syllables in "nation"?

"nation" has 2 lettergrepen (na - tion).

How to divide "nation"?

"nation" divides into 2 parts: na · tion.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"nation": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:na·tion

Hoofdklemtoon

NA-tion(na · tion)● ○

Stress in "nation" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈneɪʃən⁄

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