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respite

How many syllables in respite?

  2 syllables

Divide respite into syllables:   res-pite
Stressed syllable in respite:   res-pite
How to pronounce respite:   res-pit
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Synonyms for respite


1 syllable
  • break
  • rest
  • lull
  • truce
2 syllables
  • breather
  • letup
  • reprieve
  • delay
  • relief
3 syllables
  • breathing space
  • let-up
  • slackening
4 syllables
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    What rhymes with respite

    2 syllables
    3 syllables
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