How many syllables in umpire?

There are 2 syllables in the word umpire.

Divide umpire into syllables:

umpire (noun):: an official in a sport who rules on plays; someone chosen to judge and decide a disputed issue.; an official who ensures that the people taking part in a game follow the rules

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