How many syllables in "pretest"?

"pretest" has 2 lettergrepen (pre - test).

How to divide "pretest"?

"pretest" divides into 2 parts: pre · test.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"pretest": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:pre·test

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PRE-test(pre · test)● ○

Stress in "pretest" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈpɹiːtɛst⁄

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IPAˈpɹiːtɛst

Lettergrepenpre·test

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missed. And the cycle would continue with yet another pretest. This happened until I passed the test, which was rare, or it was just strictly time for bed. which was rare, or it was just strictly time for bed.

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