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veteran

How many syllables in veteran?

  3 syllables

Divide veteran into syllables:   vet-er-an
Stressed syllable in veteran:   vet-er-an
How to say veteran:

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Synonyms for veteran


2 syllables
  • expert
  • seasoned
  • old hand
  • tested
4 syllables
    6 syllables
    • experienced person
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