How many syllables in "wiry"?

"wiry" has 2 lettergrepen (wi - ry).

How to divide "wiry"?

"wiry" divides into 2 parts: wi · ry.

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

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2 Lettergrepen

"wiry": 2 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:wi·ry

Hoofdklemtoon

WI-ry(wi · ry)● ○

Stress in "wiry" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈwaɪri⁄

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IPAˈwaɪri

Lettergrepenwi·ry

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