How Many Syllables Are in "Opportunity"?
opportunity has 5 syllables.
Syllable breakdown
op-por-tu-ni-ty
- Word
- opportunity
- Syllable count
- 5
- Pronunciation
- /ˌɑ.pɚˈtu.nə.ti/
- Part of speech
- noun
Definition
A chance to do something.
Example sentence
The trip was a great opportunity to learn.
Counts reflect a common American English reading. Pronunciation can vary. Source: Owner-reported CMU Pronouncing Dictionary check; no pronunciation note supplied..