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option

How many syllables in option?

  2 syllables

Divide option into syllables:   op-tion
Stressed syllable in option:   op-tion
How to pronounce option:   op-shun
How to say option:

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Synonyms for option


1 syllable
  • chance
  • course
  • choice
2 syllables
  • picking
  • recourse
  • prospect
  • resort
3 syllables
4 syllables
    5 syllables
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