How many syllables in surge?

There are 2 syllables in the word surge.

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How to pronounce surge:

Definition of surge:

surge (verb):: to rise and fall actively toss

Synonyms for surge:

billow

Antonyms for surge:

space separate spread disseminate scatter disperse stagger strew distribute

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