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interest

How many syllables in interest?

  3 syllables

Divide interest into syllables:   in-ter-est
Stressed syllable in interest:   in-ter-est
How to say interest:

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Synonyms for interest


1 syllable
  • gain
  • pique
  • line
  • spice
2 syllables
  • amuse
  • attract
  • concern
  • hobby
  • involve
  • pastime
  • pursuit
  • rivet
  • appeal
  • business
  • earnings
  • intrigue
  • notice
  • profit
  • regard
3 syllables
4 syllables
5 syllables
  • be of interest
  • draw your attention
  • specialization
6 syllables
  • leisure activity
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What rhymes with interest

2 syllables
3 syllables
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