measure

How many syllables in measure?

There are 2 syllables in the word measure.

Divide measure into syllables:

mea · sure

How to pronounce measure:

Synonyms for measure:

match triangulate contrast monitor judge compare decide pit shoot set

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Antonyms for measure:

estimate guess debt whole extreme end ignorance juncture lethargy dishonor

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