How many syllables in dear?

There is 1 syllable in the word dear.

How to pronounce dear:

beloved

cherished

costly

darling

dearest

esteemed

expensive

extravagant

favourite

high

high-end

intimate

loved

luxurious

precious

premium

priceless

pricey

prized

respected

revered

sweet

treasured

valuable

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