How many syllables in prelude?

There are 2 syllables in the word prelude.

Divide prelude into syllables:

prelude (noun):: an event introducing or preceding the main event; something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows.; an introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter

beginning

commencement

countdown

curtain-raiser

inception

introduction

kickoff

origin

origination

overture

preamble

preliminary

preparation

prolog

prologue

start

warm-up

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