How many syllables in salsa?

There are 2 syllables in the word salsa.

How to pronounce salsa:

salsa (noun):: a similar sauce made with a main ingredient other than tomatoes; spicy sauce of tomatoes and onions and chili peppers to accompany Mexican foods.; a usually spicy sauce of chopped tomatoes, onions, and peppers that is commonly served with mexican food

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