How many syllables in happens?

There are 2 syllables in the word happens.

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Divide happens into syllables:

hap · pens

How to pronounce happens:

Definition of happens:

happens (verb):: to take place; to occur by chance

Synonyms for happens:

transpires occurs result develop comes is materialize follow chances occur

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Antonyms for happens:

drives breeds produces invokes causes hatches

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