How many syllables in "retorts"?

"retorts" has 2 lettergrepen (re - torts).

How to divide "retorts"?

"retorts" divides into 2 parts: re · torts.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"retorts": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:re·torts

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re-TORTS(re · torts)○ ●

Stress in "retorts" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄rɪˈtɔːrts⁄

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IPArɪˈtɔːrts

Lettergrepenre·torts

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