How many syllables in "curtsy"?

"curtsy" has 2 sílabas (curt - sy).

How to divide "curtsy"?

"curtsy" divides into 2 parts: curt · sy.

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

Say each syllable slowly (curt... sy) and listen on SayItVid.

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2 Sílabas

"curtsy": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:curt·sy

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CURT-sy(curt · sy)● ○

Stress in "curtsy" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈkɜːr.tsi⁄

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