How do you divide discontent into syllables?

Discontent divides as dis-con-tent.

Which syllable is stressed in discontent?

The third syllable (dis-con-TENT).

Syllables in discontent

dis·con·tent

Discontent has three syllables. The stress falls on the third syllable.

Pronunciation	/dɪskənˈtɛnt/ 3 syllables, dis-con-TENT · da-da-DUM
Stress	Third syllable
Letters	10

To count it yourself, say discontent slowly and listen for each vowel sound: dis, con, tent. Each beat is one syllable.

How many syllables are in discontent?: Discontent has three syllables.
How do you divide discontent into syllables?: Discontent divides as dis-con-tent.
Which syllable is stressed in discontent?: The third syllable (dis-con-TENT).