How many syllables in "synthesis"?

"synthesis" has 3 lettergrepen (syn - the - sis).

How to divide "synthesis"?

"synthesis" divides into 3 parts: syn · the · sis.

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

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3 Lettergrepen

"synthesis": 3 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:syn·the·sis

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SYN-the-sis(syn · the · sis)● ○ ○

Stress in "synthesis" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈsɪnθəsɪs⁄

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IPAˈsɪnθəsɪs

Lettergrepensyn·the·sis

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