How many syllables in guest?

There is 1 syllable in the word guest.

Divide guest into syllables:

guest (noun):: a person entertained in one's house; a visitor to whom hospitality is extended.; a person who receives hospitality at someone else's home

caller

client

company

drop-in

edgar albert guest

edgar guest

guest of honor

house guest

houseguest

invitee

manu(w)hiri

node

visitant

visitor

wedding guest

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