How many syllables in sit-down?

There are 2 syllables in the word sit-down.

Divide sit-down into syllables:

sit-down (adjective):: served to seated diners; of, relating to, or serving sit-down meals

sit-down strike

strike

arise

be erect

be on one's feet

be upstanding

become erect

find your feet

get to your feet

get up

jump up

leap up

pick yourself up

rise

rise to one's feet

sit up

spring up

stand

stand up

start

start up

stir

straighten up

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