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gov't

The # of syllables in gov't can be found in the Syllable Dictionary at HowManySyllables.com/syllables/gov't .

How many syllables in gov't?

3 syllables

Divide gov't into syllables: gov-ern-ment
How to pronounce gov't: gov-ern-ment
How to say gov't:

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