How many syllables in sympathise?

There are 3 syllables in the word sympathise.

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Divide sympathise into syllables:

sym · pa · thise

How to pronounce sympathise:

Definition of sympathise:

sympathise (verb):: verb. be understanding of.

Synonyms for sympathise:

empathise

empathize

sympathize

Antonyms for sympathise:

be indifferent

be oblivious to

brush off

close your eyes to

disregard

ignore

let it go

look the other way

misheed

neglect

not care

not take into account

overlook

overpass

pay no attention to

pay no heed to

pay no mind

scorn

shut eyes to

snub

take no notice

take no notice of

tune out

turn back on

turn your back on

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