a priori

The # of syllables in a priori can be found in the Syllable Dictionary at HowManySyllables.com/syllables/a priori .

How many syllables in a priori?

4 syllables

Divide a priori into syllables: a pri-o-ri
Primary syllable stress: a pri-o-ri
Secondary syllable stress: a pri-o-ri
How to say a priori:

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