awkward
How many syllables in awkward?
There are 2 syllables in the word awkward.Divide awkward into syllables:
awk · ward
How to pronounce awkward:
Synonyms for awkward:
rusticinelegantunwieldysensitivetroublesomeungracefuldelicateuglywoodennervousShow 15 more
Antonyms for awkward:
facileskillfulpolitesophisticatedbeautifulquickproficientadeptcompetentfirst-rateShow 15 more
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