How many syllables in "preying"?

"preying" has 2 sílabas (prey - ing).

How to divide "preying"?

"preying" divides into 2 parts: prey · ing.

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

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2 Sílabas

"preying": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:prey·ing

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PREY-ing(prey · ing)● ○

Stress in "preying" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈpreɪ.ɪŋ⁄

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