How many syllables in "tradition"?

"tradition" has 3 lettergrepen (tra - di - tion).

How to divide "tradition"?

"tradition" divides into 3 parts: tra · di · tion.

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

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3 Lettergrepen

"tradition": 3 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:tra·di·tion

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tra-DI-tion(tra · di · tion)○ ● ○

Stress in "tradition" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄trəˈdɪʃən⁄

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