Syllables World: Mastering Syllable Identification - How many syllables in Contempt?

How many syllables in Contempt?

contempt has 2 syllables

Split Contempt into syllables?

con-tempt

Definition of Contempt

the feeling that a person or thing is beneath consideration, worthless, or deserving scorn

How should Contempt divide into syllables

The first syllable 'con' has a short vowel sound (o). The second syllable 'tempt' has a long vowel sound (e). The word has 3 consonants (c, n, t) and 4 vowels (o, e, and 2 silent vowels i).

Part of Speech - Contempt

Noun

He showed contempt for the rules by breaking them.

Sentences with Contempt

The child's contempt for vegetables was obvious by the way she pushed them away.
He looked at the dirty dishes with contempt and refused to wash them.
The teacher gave the student a look of contempt when he talked back.
The politician's actions showed a clear contempt for the law.
She spoke with contempt about her ex-husband.

Quotes with Contempt

The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.
The best revenge is massive success.
Keep your face always toward the sunshine - and shadows will fall behind you.
Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier.
If you want to live a happy life, tie it to a goal, not to people or things.
Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.