How many syllables in spelling?

There are 2 syllables in the word spelling.

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Definition of spelling:

spelling (noun):: the way a word is spelt; the forming of words from letters according to accepted usage orthography; forming words with letters according to the principles underlying accepted usage.

Synonyms for spelling:

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letter of the alphabet

misspelling

orthography

Antonyms for spelling:

canceling

cancelling

contradicting

contravening

counteracting

countering

disaffirming

negating

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