How many syllables in "observe"?

"observe" has 2 sílabas (ob - serve).

How to divide "observe"?

"observe" divides into 2 parts: ob · serve.

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

Say each syllable slowly (ob... serve) and listen on SayItVid.

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2 Sílabas

"observe": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:ob·serve

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ob-SERVE(ob · serve)○ ●

Stress in "observe" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄əbˈzɜːrv⁄

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