How many syllables in "damascus"?

"damascus" has 3 sílabas (da - mas - cus).

How to divide "damascus"?

"damascus" divides into 3 parts: da · mas · cus.

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

Say each syllable slowly (da... mas... cus) and listen on SayItVid.

Guia de Sílabas

3 Sílabas

"damascus": 3 sílabas.

Sílabas:da·mas·cus

Ênfase Primária

da-MAS-cus(da · mas · cus)○ ● ○

Stress in "damascus" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄dəˈmæskəs⁄

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