What are other 2-syllable words like Contempt?

Other 2-syllable words include: about, people, also, other, our and many more.

How Many Syllables in Contempt?

How many syllables in Contempt?

Contempt has 2 syllables: con-tempt.

con-tempt

Syllable breakdown:

con tempt

2 syllables • Primary stress on 2nd syllable

Breaking Down Contempt into Syllables?

con-tempt

The word Contempt has 2 syllables: con-tempt.
Syllable division helps in understanding the word's structure, improving both pronunciation and spelling.
This technique is especially useful for students and language learners who are mastering English phonetics.

Definition of Contempt

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

Frequently Asked Questions about 'Contempt' Syllables

How many syllables are in 'Contempt'?

The word 'Contempt' contains 2 syllables. It is divided as con-tempt.

How do you divide 'Contempt' into syllables?

The word 'Contempt' can be broken down into 2 syllables:con, tempt. The division follows the natural sound breaks in the word.

What is the correct pronunciation of 'Contempt'?

'Contempt' is pronounced as con-tempt, with primary stress on the 2nd syllable.

Why is syllable division important for pronunciation?

Understanding syllables helps in breaking down words for better pronunciation and reading fluency. Dividing words into syllables makes it easier to pronounce them correctly and understand their structure.

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.

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