How many syllables in assertive?

Syllables in assertive

3

assertive

Assertive has three syllables. The stress falls on the second syllable.

How to say assertive

Pronunciation/əˈsɝtɪv/
3 syllables · da-DUM-da
StressSecond syllable
Letters9

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Questions

How many syllables are in assertive?
Assertive has three syllables.
How do you divide assertive into syllables?
Assertive is said as /əˈsɝtɪv/, with three beats.
Which syllable is stressed in assertive?
The second syllable.

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