How many syllables in parent?

There are 2 syllables in the word parent.

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Divide parent into syllables:

par · ent

How to pronounce parent:

Definition of parent:

parent (noun):: one that begets or brings forth offspring; a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian.

Synonyms for parent:

adopter

adoptive parent

begetter

dad

daddy

empty nester

family

family unit

father

female parent

genitor

male parent

mama

mamma

mom

momma

mommy

mother

papa

pop

stepfather

stepmother

stepparent

Antonyms for parent:

child

consequence

effect

end

offspring

outcome

outgrowth

result

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