How many syllables in acquaintances?

There are 4 syllables in the word acquaintances.

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Definition of acquaintances:

acquaintances (noun):: the state of being acquainted; a person whom one knows slightly

Synonyms for acquaintances:

colleague acquaintance experience associate ally introduction friend contact comrade familiarity

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Antonyms for acquaintances:

enemies friends strangers pals foes buddies adversaries associates companions comrades

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