How many syllables in dilemma?

There are 3 syllables in the word dilemma.

How to pronounce dilemma:

dilemma (noun):: a usually undesirable or unpleasant choice; state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options.

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