How many syllables in "govern"?

"govern" has 2 音节 (gov - ern).

How to divide "govern"?

"govern" divides into 2 parts: gov · ern.

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

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2 音节

"govern": 2 音节.

音节:gov·ern

主重音

GOV-ern(gov · ern)● ○

Stress in "govern" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈɡʌv.ərn⁄

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音节gov·ern

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