How many syllables in "patronize"?

"patronize" has 3 lettergrepen (pa - tro - nize).

How to divide "patronize"?

"patronize" divides into 3 parts: pa · tro · nize.

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

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3 Lettergrepen

"patronize": 3 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:pa·tro·nize

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PA-tro-nize(pa · tro · nize)● ○ ○

Stress in "patronize" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈpeɪ.trə.naɪz⁄

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IPAˈpeɪ.trə.naɪz

Lettergrepenpa·tro·nize

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