How many syllables in sword?

There is 1 syllable in the word sword.

Divide sword into syllables:

sword (noun):: a weapon with a long sharp blade and a short handle; a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard.; a weapon (such as a cutlass or rapier) with a long blade for cutting or thrusting that is often used as a symbol of honor or authority

arm

backsword

blade

brand

broadsword

cavalry sword

cutlas

cutlass

falchion

fencing sword

foible

forte

haft

helve

hilt

peak

rapier

saber

sabre

steel

tip

trusty steel

tuck

weapon

weapon system

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