How Many Syllables Are in "Business"?

business has 2 syllables.

Syllable breakdown

busi-ness

Word
business
Syllable count
2
Part of speech
noun

Definition

The activity of producing, buying, or selling goods or services.

Example sentence

Their business sells books.

Counts reflect a common American English reading. Pronunciation can vary. Source: Original editorial seed (common American English reading).

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