How many syllables in "checkmates"?

"checkmates" has 2 音节 (check - mates).

How to divide "checkmates"?

"checkmates" divides into 2 parts: check · mates.

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

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2 音节

"checkmates": 2 音节.

音节:check·mates

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CHECK-mates(check · mates)● ○

Stress in "checkmates" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈtʃɛk.meɪts⁄

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音节check·mates

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