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attempt

How many syllables in attempt?

  2 syllables

Divide attempt into syllables:   at-tempt
Stressed syllable in attempt:   at-tempt
How to pronounce attempt:   uh-tempt
How to say attempt:

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Synonyms for attempt


1 syllable
  • bid
  • crack
  • move
  • shot
  • try
  • chance
  • go
  • risk
  • stab
2 syllables
  • approach
  • challenge
  • entry
  • assay
  • effort
  • practice
3 syllables
  • endeavor
  • have a go
  • have a stab
  • have a crack
  • have a shot
4 syllables
  • make an attempt
  • make an effort
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What rhymes with attempt

1 syllable
  • empt
  • tempt
2 syllables
  • contempt
  • preempt
  • unkempt
  • exempt
  • undreamed
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