silence
How many syllables in silence?
There are 2 syllables in the word silence.How to pronounce silence:
Synonyms for silence:
calm
dumbness
hush
lull
muteness
noiselessness
peace
quiescence
quiet
quietness
secrecy
secretiveness
soundlessness
speechlessness
still
stillness
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Syllable Fun Fact
In non-linear phonology, the syllable is seen not as a linear sequence but as a hierarchical structure of constituents.
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