How many syllables in "desensitize"?

"desensitize" has 4 sílabas (de - sen - si - tize).

How to divide "desensitize"?

"desensitize" divides into 4 parts: de · sen · si · tize.

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

Say each syllable slowly (de... sen... si... tize) and listen on SayItVid.

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4 Sílabas

"desensitize": 4 sílabas.

Sílabas:de·sen·si·tize

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de-SEN-si-tize(de · sen · si · tize)○ ● ○ ○

Stress in "desensitize" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄diːˈsɛnsɪtaɪz⁄

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How many syllables in "desensitize"?: "desensitize" has 4 sílabas (de - sen - si - tize).
How to divide "desensitize"?: "desensitize" divides into 4 parts: de · sen · si · tize.
Where is the stress in "desensitize"?: In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.
How to practice saying "desensitize"?: Say each syllable slowly (de... sen... si... tize) and listen on SayItVid.