Syllables Quiz

desiderata

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

How many syllables in desiderata?

5 syllables

Divide desiderata into syllables: de-sid-er-a-ta
How to say desiderata:

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