How many syllables in rainbows?

There are 2 syllables in the word rainbows.

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Divide rainbows into syllables:

rain · bows

How to pronounce rainbows:

Definition of rainbows:

rainbows (noun):: an arc or circle that exhibits in concentric bands the colors of the spectrum and that is formed opposite the sun by the refraction and reflection of the sun's rays in raindrops, spray, or mist

Synonyms for rainbows:

detritus rainbow varieties

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