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dexterous

How many syllables in dexterous?

  3 syllables

Divide dexterous into syllables:   dex-ter-ous
Stressed syllable in dexterous:   dex-ter-ous
How to say dexterous:

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Synonyms for dexterous


1 syllable
  • deft
    2 syllables
    • able
    • adroit
    • clever
    • handy
    • skillful
    • adept
    • agile
    • expert
    • nimble
    3 syllables
    4 syllables
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