How Many Syllables Are in "Elephant"?
elephant has 3 syllables.
Syllable breakdown
el-e-phant
- Word
- elephant
- Syllable count
- 3
- Part of speech
- noun
Definition
A large mammal with a trunk and broad ears.
Example sentence
The elephant reached for a branch.
Counts reflect a common American English reading. Pronunciation can vary. Source: Original editorial seed (common American English reading).
Related words
- animal — 3 syllables — an-i-mal