How Many Syllables Are in "Balloon"?
balloon has 2 syllables.
Syllable breakdown
bal-loon
- Word
- balloon
- Syllable count
- 2
- Pronunciation
- /bəˈlun/
- Part of speech
- noun
Definition
A thin rubber bag filled with air or gas.
Example sentence
The red balloon floated away.
Counts reflect a common American English reading. Pronunciation can vary. Source: Owner-reported CMU Pronouncing Dictionary check; no pronunciation note supplied..