How many syllables in "postpartum"?

"postpartum" has 3 sílabas (post - par - tum).

How to divide "postpartum"?

"postpartum" divides into 3 parts: post · par · tum.

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

Say each syllable slowly (post... par... tum) and listen on SayItVid.

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3 Sílabas

"postpartum": 3 sílabas.

Sílabas:post·par·tum

Ênfase Primária

post-PAR-tum(post · par · tum)○ ● ○

Stress in "postpartum" falls on 2nd syllable.

IPA:⁄ˌpoʊstˈpɑːrtəm⁄

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