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How Many Syllables in Apprehension?

How many syllables in Apprehension?

Apprehension has 4 syllables: ap-pre-hen-sion.

ap-pre-hen-sion

Syllable breakdown:

ap pre hen sion

4 syllables • Primary stress on 3rd syllable

Breaking Down Apprehension into Syllables?

ap-pre-hen-sion

The word Apprehension has 4 syllables: ap-pre-hen-sion.
Syllable division helps in understanding the word's structure, improving both pronunciation and spelling.
This technique is especially useful for students and language learners who are mastering English phonetics.

Definition of Apprehension

Apprehension means anxiety or fear about the future.

Frequently Asked Questions about 'Apprehension' Syllables

How many syllables are in 'Apprehension'?

The word 'Apprehension' contains 4 syllables. It is divided as ap-pre-hen-sion.

How do you divide 'Apprehension' into syllables?

The word 'Apprehension' can be broken down into 4 syllables:ap, pre, hen, sion. The division follows the natural sound breaks in the word.

What is the correct pronunciation of 'Apprehension'?

'Apprehension' is pronounced as ap-pre-hen-sion, with primary stress on the 3rd syllable.

Why is syllable division important for pronunciation?

Understanding syllables helps in breaking down words for better pronunciation and reading fluency. Dividing words into syllables makes it easier to pronounce them correctly and understand their structure.

How should Apprehension divide into syllables

There are 4 syllables in this word. The vowels are 'a', 'e', 'e', 'i', 'o', and 'i'. The consonants are 'p', 'p', 'r', 'h', 'n', 's', and 'n'.

Part of Speech - Apprehension

Noun

His apprehension about the upcoming test made him nervous.

Sentences with Apprehension

I felt a sense of apprehension when I heard the loud noise.
Her apprehension about the storm made her stay indoors.
The apprehension he felt about the dentist made him avoid going.
The children looked at each other with apprehension as the teacher handed out the test.
The apprehension of the robber was a relief to the town.

Quotes with Apprehension

Anxiety is the handmaiden of creativity.
The fear of death is the beginning of slavery.
The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
The greatest obstacle to progress is not ignorance, but fear.
Worry is like a rocking chair: it gives you something to do, but it doesn't get you anywhere.

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