How many syllables in "inquire"?

"inquire" has 2 sílabas (in - quire).

How to divide "inquire"?

"inquire" divides into 2 parts: in · quire.

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

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2 Sílabas

"inquire": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:in·quire

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in-QUIRE(in · quire)○ ●

Stress in "inquire" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄ɪnˈkwaɪər⁄

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