How many syllables in "defers"?

"defers" has 2 sílabas (de - fers).

How to divide "defers"?

"defers" divides into 2 parts: de · fers.

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

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2 Sílabas

"defers": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:de·fers

Ênfase Primária

de-FERS(de · fers)○ ●

Stress in "defers" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄dɪˈfɜːrz⁄

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