Devote has 2 syllables and the stress is on the second syllable.
| # | Sentence | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Devote your whole attention to your duties. | |
| 2. | I intend to devote a few hours a day to the study of English. | |
| 3. | I will devote myself to studying for the entrance exams. | |
| 4. | I want to devote my life to education. | |
| 5. | I will devote my life to the study of history. | |
| 6. | He intends to devote his life to curing the sick in India. | |
| 7. | She seems to devote all her effects to her career. | |
| 8. | She seems to devote all her efforts to her career. | |
| 9. | Well, shall we devote ourselves to study today as well? | |
| 10. | The women in our country are different from the women from other countries. Many think that it's acceptable for women to have children and devote themselves to them entirely; and, towards their husband, to simply uphold their duty and protect their chastity. |