Number of syllables in the word 'pastoral'

Find out how many syllables are there in the word pastoral.

  1. No of syllables in pastoral : 3
  2. Divide syllables in pastoral : pas-to-ral

More about the word - pastoral

  1. noun
  2. Definition : A poem describing the life and manners of shepherds; a poem in which the speakers assume the character of shepherds; an idyll; a bucolic.
  3. Definition : A cantata relating to rural life; a composition for instruments characterized by simplicity and sweetness; a lyrical composition the subject of which is taken from rural life.
  4. Definition : A letter of a pastor to his charge; specifically, a letter addressed by a bishop to his diocese.
  5. Definition : A letter of the House of Bishops, to be read in each parish.
  1. adjective
  2. Definition : Of or pertaining to shepherds or herders of other livestock
  3. Definition : Relating to rural life and scenes
  4. Definition : Relating to the care of souls, to the pastor of a church or to any local religious leader charged with the service of individual parishioners, i.e. a priest or rabbi.

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