How many syllables in discrete?

There are 2 syllables in the word discrete.

Divide discrete into syllables:

discrete (adjective):: separate or distinct; constituting a separate entity or part.; constituting a separate entity individually distinct

detached

disconnected

discontinuous

distinct

free

freestanding

independent

individual

private

separate

single

unattached

unconnected

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