How many syllables in "preparation"?

"preparation" has 4 音节 (prep - a - ra - tion).

How to divide "preparation"?

"preparation" divides into 4 parts: prep · a · ra · tion.

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

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4 音节

"preparation": 4 音节.

音节:prep·a·ra·tion

主重音

prep-a-RA-tion(prep · a · ra · tion)○ ○ ● ○

Stress in "preparation" falls on 3rd syllable.

IPA:⁄ˌprɛp.əˈreɪ.ʃən⁄

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音节prep·a·ra·tion

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that goes into a career that has nothing to do with the preparation for having a career and also has everything to do with how well you prepare in your earliest of with how well you prepare in your earliest of

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How many syllables in "preparation"?: "preparation" has 4 音节 (prep - a - ra - tion).
How to divide "preparation"?: "preparation" divides into 4 parts: prep · a · ra · tion.
Where is the stress in "preparation"?: In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.
How to practice saying "preparation"?: Say each syllable slowly (prep... a... ra... tion) and listen on SayItVid.