Number of syllables in the word 'pretense'
Find out how many syllables are there in the word pretense.
- No of syllables in pretense : 2
- Divide syllables in pretense : pre-tense
More about the word - pretense
- noun
- Synonyms : affectation, deception, escape, false pretense, fiction, imitation
- Definition : A false or hypocritical profession
- Definition : Intention or purpose not real but professed.
- Definition : An unsupported claim made or implied.
- Definition : An insincere attempt to reach a specific condition or quality.
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