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Is there a word with more syllables than letters?

Yes, there are words with more syllables than letters! Here's how that's possible:

* Syllables are units of pronunciation, often marked by a vowel sound.

* Letters are the written symbols that represent sounds.

Some words have multiple vowel sounds within a single letter combination. Here are some examples:

* "Fire" has one syllable but two letters.

* "Struggle" has two syllables but seven letters.

Let me know if you'd like more examples!

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