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promise

How many syllables in promise?

  2 syllables

Divide promise into syllables:   prom-ise
Stressed syllable in promise:   prom-ise
How to pronounce promise:   prom-is
How to say promise:

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Synonyms for promise


1 syllable
  • bode
  • pact
  • swear
  • word
  • oath
  • pledge
  • vow
2 syllables
  • agree
  • augur
  • contract
  • hint at
  • look good
  • suggest
  • assure
  • bode well
  • hallmark
  • imply
  • secure
3 syllables
4 syllables
  • insinuate
  • show all the signs
5 syllables
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    What rhymes with promise

    2 syllables
    • pomace
    • shamus
    • shammes
    • Thomas
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