How many syllables in gossip?

There are 2 syllables in the word gossip.

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Divide gossip into syllables:

gos · sip

How to pronounce gossip:

Definition of gossip:

gossip (noun):: godparent; light informal conversation for social occasions.; idle talk, usually about other people's private lives, esp. of a disapproving or malicious nature

Synonyms for gossip:

scandal dirt hearsay chat buzz jaw gab gen

Antonyms for gossip:

debate consult palaver symposium dialogue conference council counsel parley meeting

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