How many syllables are in "legitimize"?

"legitimize" has exactly 4 syllables. When spoken naturally, the sound breakdown is le - git - i - mize.

How do you divide "legitimize" into syllables?

"legitimize" is divided into 4 parts: le · git · i · mize. 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.

Practice saying each syllable slowly (le... git... i... mize), then blend them together with native speaker clips on SayItVid.

Quick Syllable Guide

4 Syllables

There are 4 syllables in "legitimize".

Syllable Division:le·git·i·mize

Syllable Stress & Rhythm

le-GIT-i-mize(le · git · i · mize)○ ● ○ ○

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

Phonetic IPA:⁄lɪˈdʒɪtɪˌmaɪz⁄

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Syllablesle·git·i·mize

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are asked almost if you like a call for arms where um someone is trying to legitimize um an area of research that previously um uh was marginalized so perhaps the first turn that happened in AI was the turn to the Social and this

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How many syllables are in "legitimize"?: "legitimize" has exactly 4 syllables. When spoken naturally, the sound breakdown is le - git - i - mize.
How do you divide "legitimize" into syllables?: "legitimize" is divided into 4 parts: le · git · i · mize. Syllable boundaries correspond to vowel nuclei and consonant phonotactics.
Where is the primary stress located in "legitimize"?: 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 "legitimize" correctly?: Practice saying each syllable slowly (le... git... i... mize), then blend them together with native speaker clips on SayItVid.