How many syllables in posse?

There is 1 syllable in the word posse.

How to pronounce posse:

posse (noun):: a temporary police force.; a large group often with a common interest

constabulary

cortège

crew

entourage

following

law

police force

posse comitatus

posseman

retinue

staff

suite

body

connection

entity

individual

one

peace

person

single

single entity

soul

whole

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