Janus
nounHow many syllables in Janus?
There are 2 syllables in the word Janus.How to pronounce Janus:
Definition of Janus:
- Janus (noun):
- a roman god that is identified with doors, gates, and all beginnings and that is depicted with two opposite faces
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- urge
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- preened
- last-ditch
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- lagging
- gestic
- gaffled
- frying
- elope
- detour
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- buttock
- assured
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- smothered
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- appalled
- yawning
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- repent
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- transpire
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