How many syllables in orthodox?

Syllables in orthodox

3

or·tho·dox

Orthodox has three syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.

How to say orthodox

Pronunciation/ˈɔɹθəˌdɑks/
3 syllables, OR-tho-dox · DUM-da-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters8

To count it yourself, say orthodox slowly and listen for each vowel sound: or, tho, dox. Each beat is one syllable.

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Questions

How many syllables are in orthodox?
Orthodox has three syllables.
How do you divide orthodox into syllables?
Orthodox divides as or-tho-dox.
Which syllable is stressed in orthodox?
The first syllable (OR-tho-dox).

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