Answer to Question #202715 in English for Bongeka Nelisiwe M

Question

II. Indicate the syllable division for the word ‘appreciate’. How would you explain the syllable division in this word to someone who wants to understand how to divide syllables in the English language?  

Answer 1

4 syllables. Divide appreciate into syllables: ap-pre-ci-ate. Stressed syllable in appreciate: ap-pre-ci-ate. How to pronounce appreciate: uh-pree-shee-eyt.