How many syllables in "expire"?

"expire" has 2 sílabas (ex - pire).

How to divide "expire"?

"expire" divides into 2 parts: ex · pire.

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

Say each syllable slowly (ex... pire) and listen on SayItVid.

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2 Sílabas

"expire": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:ex·pire

Ênfase Primária

ex-PIRE(ex · pire)○ ●

Stress in "expire" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄ɪkˈspaɪər⁄

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