Number of syllables in the word 'rival'

1. No of syllables in rival : 2
2. Divide syllables in rival : ri-val

More about the word - rival

1. noun
2. Definition : A competitor (person, team, company, etc.) with the same goal as another, or striving to attain the same thing. Defeating a rival may be a primary or necessary goal of a competitor.
3. Definition : Someone or something with similar claims of quality or distinction as another.
4. Definition : One having a common right or privilege with another; a partner.

1. verb
2. Definition : To oppose or compete with.
3. Definition : To be equal to, or match, or to surpass another.
4. Definition : To strive to equal or excel; to emulate.

1. adjective
2. Definition : Having the same pretensions or claims; standing in competition for superiority.

Sources:

• https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/rival