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philosopher

How many syllables in philosopher?

  4 syllables

Divide philosopher into syllables:   phi-los-o-pher
Stressed syllable in philosopher:   phi-los-o-pher
How to pronounce philosopher:   fi-los-uh-fer
How to say philosopher:

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Synonyms for philosopher


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