Number of syllables in the word 'preliminary'
Find out how many syllables are there in the word preliminary.
- No of syllables in preliminary : 5
- Divide syllables in preliminary : pre-lim-i-nar-y
More about the word - preliminary
- noun
- Definition : A preparation for a main matter; an introduction.
- Definition : Any of a series of sports events that determine the finalists
- Definition : A relatively minor contest that precedes a major one, especially in boxing
- adjective
- Synonyms : initial, introductory, preparatory
- Definition : In preparation for the main matter; initial, introductory, preparatory.
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