How many syllables in "diligence"?

"diligence" has 3 sílabas (dil - i - gence).

How to divide "diligence"?

"diligence" divides into 3 parts: dil · i · gence.

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

Say each syllable slowly (dil... i... gence) and listen on SayItVid.

Guia de Sílabas

3 Sílabas

"diligence": 3 sílabas.

Sílabas:dil·i·gence

Ênfase Primária

DIL-i-gence(dil · i · gence)● ○ ○

Stress in "diligence" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈdɪlɪdʒəns⁄

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