shortcoming
How many syllables in shortcoming?
There are 3 syllables in the word shortcoming.How to pronounce shortcoming:
Synonyms for shortcoming:
defect
deficiency
demerit
disadvantage
drawback
failing
fault
feet of clay
flaw
foible
frailty
imperfection
sin
sinfulness
vice
weak point
weakness
Antonyms for shortcoming:
ability
ableness
abundance
accuracy
achievement
additional benefit
adequacy
adroitness
advantage
advantageousness
affluence
aid
amplitude
aptitude
ascendancy
asset
assistance
attribute
benefit
bent
blessing
bonus
boon
boost
capability
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- schematize
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- zealously
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Syllable Fun Fact
The variation in syllable count for the same word between British and American English accents, such as 'secretary', reflects differences in pronunciation standards.
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