Number of syllables in the word 'retardation'

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

  1. No of syllables in retardation : 4
  2. Divide syllables in retardation : re-tar-da-tion

More about the word - retardation

  1. noun
  2. Definition : The act of retarding or delaying; hindrance.
  3. Definition : The extent to which anything is retarded; the result of any retarding or delay; mental, social, or physical slowness.
  4. Definition : Extreme stupidity.
  5. Definition : That which retards; an obstacle; an obstruction.

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