How many syllables in "semaphor"?

"semaphor" has 3 sílabas (se - ma - phor).

How to divide "semaphor"?

"semaphor" divides into 3 parts: se · ma · phor.

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

Say each syllable slowly (se... ma... phor) and listen on SayItVid.

Guia de Sílabas

3 Sílabas

"semaphor": 3 sílabas.

Sílabas:se·ma·phor

Ênfase Primária

SE-ma-phor(se · ma · phor)● ○ ○

Stress in "semaphor" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈsɛ.mə.fɔːr⁄

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