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smoldering

How many syllables in smoldering?

  3 syllables

Divide smoldering into syllables:   smol-der-ing
Stressed syllable in smoldering:   smol-der-ing
How to say smoldering:

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Synonyms for smoldering


2 syllables
  • ablaze
  • blazing
  • flaming
  • aflame
  • fiery
  • on fire
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