How many syllables in twinkling?

There are 2 syllables in the word twinkling.

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Divide twinkling into syllables:

twin · kling

How to pronounce twinkling:

Definition of twinkling:

twinkling (adjective):: shining intermittently with a sparkling light.

Synonyms for twinkling:

ablaze

agleam

aglitter

ardent

beaming

bit

blazing

blinding

burning

burnished

coruscant

dazzling

effulgent

fiery

flaming

flaring

flash

flashing

flickering

gemmy

glancing

glaring

gleaming

glimmering

glinting

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Antonyms for twinkling:

aeon

age

eon

eternity

lifetime

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