literacy
nounHow many syllables in literacy?
There are 4 syllables in the word literacy.How to pronounce literacy:
Definition of literacy:
- literacy (noun):
- the ability to read and write.
- the quality or state of being literate
Synonyms for literacy:
accomplishment
acquirement
acquisition
attainment
culture
education
enlightenment
erudition
knowledge
learnedness
learning
scholarship
skill
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