How many syllables in flicker?

There are 2 syllables in the word flicker.

How to pronounce flicker:

flicker (verb):: move back and forth very rapidly.; to move irregularly or unsteadily flutter; to give out an unsteady or irregular light

dance

dart

flare

flash

flick

flirt

flit

flitter

flutter

fly

glimmer

gutter

move back and forth

scurry

shimmer

sparkle

speed

twinkle

wander

waver

zip

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