How many syllables in "precincts"?

"precincts" has 2 lettergrepen (pre - cincts).

How to divide "precincts"?

"precincts" divides into 2 parts: pre · cincts.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"precincts": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:pre·cincts

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PRE-cincts(pre · cincts)● ○

Stress in "precincts" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈpriː.sɪŋkts⁄

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IPAˈpriː.sɪŋkts

Lettergrepenpre·cincts

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