How many syllables are in "decrepit"?

"decrepit" has exactly 3 syllables. When spoken naturally, the sound breakdown is de - crep - it.

How do you divide "decrepit" into syllables?

"decrepit" is divided into 3 parts: de · crep · it. Syllable boundaries correspond to vowel nuclei and consonant phonotactics.

In standard English pronunciation, the primary stress falls on the designated emphasized syllable. Stress patterns alter vowel duration and loudness.

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Quick Syllable Guide

3 Syllables

There are 3 syllables in "decrepit".

Syllable Division:de·crep·it

Syllable Stress & Rhythm

de-CREP-it(de · crep · it)○ ● ○

The primary stress in "decrepit" falls on the 2nd syllable.

Phonetic IPA:⁄dɪˈkrɛpɪt⁄

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Syllablesde·crep·it

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from Mumbai so from Mumbai to nashik I stopped by at one of these you know decrepit McDonald's on the side of the highway and you know I was waiting for the cashier and in front of me there was this young couple right and um and they the cashier and in front of me there was this young couple right and um and they

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How many syllables are in "decrepit"?: "decrepit" has exactly 3 syllables. When spoken naturally, the sound breakdown is de - crep - it.
How do you divide "decrepit" into syllables?: "decrepit" is divided into 3 parts: de · crep · it. Syllable boundaries correspond to vowel nuclei and consonant phonotactics.
Where is the primary stress located in "decrepit"?: In standard English pronunciation, the primary stress falls on the designated emphasized syllable. Stress patterns alter vowel duration and loudness.
How can I practice saying "decrepit" correctly?: Practice saying each syllable slowly (de... crep... it), then blend them together with native speaker clips on SayItVid.