How many syllables in applicant?

There are 3 syllables in the word applicant.

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Divide applicant into syllables:

ap · pli · cant

How to pronounce applicant:

Definition of applicant:

applicant (noun):: one who applies; a person who applies for something, such as a job or grant; a person who requests or seeks something such as assistance or employment or admission.

Synonyms for applicant:

applier

aspirant

aspirer

bidder

campaigner

candidate

claimant

competitor

contender

entrant

expectant

hopeful

individual

inquirer

job candidate

job-seeker

material

mortal

nominee

person

petitioner

possible

postulant

probable

requester

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Antonyms for applicant:

boss

finder

manager

noncandidate

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