How many syllables in "abscess"?

"abscess" has 2 sílabas (ab - scess).

How to divide "abscess"?

"abscess" divides into 2 parts: ab · scess.

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

Say each syllable slowly (ab... scess) and listen on SayItVid.

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2 Sílabas

"abscess": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:ab·scess

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AB-scess(ab · scess)● ○

Stress in "abscess" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈæbsɛs⁄

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