How many syllables in bear?

There is 1 syllable in the word bear.

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Definition of bear:

bear (noun):: any of a family (ursidae of the order carnivora) of large heavy mammals of america and eurasia that have long shaggy hair, rudimentary tails, and plantigrade feet and feed largely on fruit, plant matter, and insects as well as on flesh

Synonyms for bear:

feature carry

Antonyms for bear:

rest pop throw lay relinquish deposit lose station unload settle

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