How many syllables in "backward"?

"backward" has 2 sílabas (back - ward).

How to divide "backward"?

"backward" divides into 2 parts: back · ward.

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

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2 Sílabas

"backward": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:back·ward

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BACK-ward(back · ward)● ○

Stress in "backward" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈbæk.wərd⁄

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