How many syllables in "jesus"?

"jesus" has 2 sílabas (je - sus).

How to divide "jesus"?

"jesus" divides into 2 parts: je · sus.

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

Say each syllable slowly (je... sus) and listen on SayItVid.

Guia de Sílabas

2 Sílabas

"jesus": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:je·sus

Ênfase Primária

JE-sus(je · sus)● ○

Stress in "jesus" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈdʒiː.zəs⁄

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