How many syllables in Peter?

There are 2 syllables in the word Peter.

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How to pronounce Peter:

Definition of Peter:

Peter (verb):: to come gradually to an end; to diminish gradually and come to an end give out

Synonyms for Peter:

saint peter

saint peter the apostle

simon peter

st. peter

st. peter the apostle

Antonyms for Peter:

abet

accelerate

accommodate

advance

aid

arise

ascend

aspire

assist

assist the progress of

attend

attend to

back

back up

bail someone out

be a factor in

be a tower of strength to

be of service to

be of use to

benefit

boost

build

clamber up

clear a path for

climb

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