altercation

How many syllables in altercation?

  534782619 syllables

Divide altercation into syllables:   al-ter-ca-tion
Primary syllable stress:   al-ter-ca-tion
Secondary syllable stress:   al-ter-ca-tion
How to pronounce altercation:   awl-ter-key-shun
How to say altercation:

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Synonyms for altercation


1 syllable
  • clash
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2 syllables
  • dispute
  • quarrel
  • standoff
  • wrangle
  • exchange
  • squabble
  • tussle
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    • difference of opinion
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