How many syllables in buttons?

There are 2 syllables in the word buttons.

Divide buttons into syllables:

buttons (noun):: a small knob or disk secured to an article (as of clothing) and used as a fastener by passing it through a buttonhole or loop; a disc or knob of plastic, wood, etc., attached to a garment, which fastens two surfaces together by passing through a buttonhole

actuators

button

catch

clasp

clip

clit

clitoris

controllers

dials

fastener

fastening

hasp

hook

keys

knobs

levers

press stud

push

push button

push buttons

release

selectors

switches

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