How many syllables in imperialism?

There are 6 syllables in the word imperialism.

How to pronounce imperialism:

imperialism (noun):: a policy of extending your rule over foreign countries.; the extension or imposition of power, authority, or influence; the policy, practice, or advocacy of extending the power and dominion of a nation especially by direct territorial acquisitions or by gaining indirect control over the political or economic life of other areas

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