How many syllables in "sonnet"?

"sonnet" has 2 lettergrepen (son - net).

How to divide "sonnet"?

"sonnet" divides into 2 parts: son · net.

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

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Lettergrepids

2 Lettergrepen

"sonnet": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:son·net

Hoofdklemtoon

SON-net(son · net)● ○

Stress in "sonnet" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈsɒn.ɪt⁄

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IPAˈsɒn.ɪt

Lettergrepenson·net

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