How many syllables in cleanliness?

There are 3 syllables in the word cleanliness.

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Divide cleanliness into syllables:

clean · li · ness

How to pronounce cleanliness:

Definition of cleanliness:

cleanliness (noun):: diligence in keeping clean.; the state or quality of being pure; the quality or state of being clean the practice of keeping oneself or one's surroundings clean

Synonyms for cleanliness:

asepsis

cleanness

fastidiousness

fitness

freshness

hardiness

health

healthiness

heartiness

hygiene

immaculacy

immaculateness

neatness

purity

robustness

ruggedness

sanitariness

shape

soundness

spotlessness

stainlessness

stamina

sterility

strength

toughness

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Antonyms for cleanliness:

dirtiness

filth

foulness

griminess

uncleanliness

uncleanness

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