How many syllables in "convulsive"?

"convulsive" has 3 sílabas (con - vul - sive).

How to divide "convulsive"?

"convulsive" divides into 3 parts: con · vul · sive.

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

Say each syllable slowly (con... vul... sive) and listen on SayItVid.

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3 Sílabas

"convulsive": 3 sílabas.

Sílabas:con·vul·sive

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con-VUL-sive(con · vul · sive)○ ● ○

Stress in "convulsive" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄kənˈvʌlsɪv⁄

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