How many syllables in dictator?
Syllables in dictator
3
dic·ta·tor
Dictator has three syllables. The stress falls on the second syllable.
How to say dictator
| Said as /dɪkˈteɪtɚ/ | 3 syllables, dic-TA-tor · da-DUM-da |
|---|---|
| Said as /ˈdɪkteɪtɚ/ | 3 syllables, DIC-ta-tor · DUM-da-da |
| Stress | Second syllable |
| Letters | 8 |
To count it yourself, say dictator slowly and listen for each vowel sound: dic, ta, tor. Each beat is one syllable.
Words that rhyme with dictator
- later
- greater
- operator
- creator
- administrator
- elevator
- generator
- indicator
- coordinator
- investigator
- traitor
- commentator
- translator
- regulator
- refrigerator
- simulator
Questions
- How many syllables are in dictator?
- Dictator has three syllables.
- How do you divide dictator into syllables?
- Dictator divides as dic-ta-tor.
- Which syllable is stressed in dictator?
- The second syllable (dic-TA-tor).