How Many Syllables Are in "Books"?

books has 1 syllable.

Syllable breakdown

books

Word
books
Syllable count
1
Pronunciation
/bʊks/
Part of speech
noun

Definition

Plural of book.

Example sentence

She carried three books home.

Counts reflect a common American English reading. Pronunciation can vary. Source: Owner-reported CMU Pronouncing Dictionary check; no pronunciation note supplied..

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