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How many syllables in the word Britain?

A3

B2

C1

D4

Answer:

B. 2

Read Explanation:

The word "Britain" is pronounced as /ˈbrɪtən/ or /ˈbrɪtn̩/ in connected speech.

  • Syllables: Brit + ain2 syllables

  • The second syllable may contain a syllabic /n/, especially in faster or casual speech, but it still counts as a separate syllable.

🔹 So, Britain has 2 syllables.


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