How many syllables in foolish?

There are 2 syllables in the word foolish.

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Divide foolish into syllables:

fool · ish

How to pronounce foolish:

Definition of foolish:

foolish (adjective):: very silly, unwise, or absurd; devoid of good sense or judgment.; having or showing a lack of good sense, judgment, or discretion

Synonyms for foolish:

nonsensical sappy senseless imprudent ridiculous scatty unwise brainless weak insane

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Antonyms for foolish:

brainy considerate resourceful worthwhile strong-willed accomplished expedient heedful bad true

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