How Many Syllables Are in "Helicopter"?
helicopter has 4 syllables.
Syllable breakdown
hel-i-cop-ter
- Word
- helicopter
- Syllable count
- 4
- Pronunciation
- /ˈhe.ləˌkɑp.tɚ/
- Part of speech
- noun
Definition
An aircraft lifted by spinning blades on top.
Example sentence
A helicopter landed on the roof.
Counts reflect a common American English reading. Pronunciation can vary. Source: Owner-reported CMU Pronouncing Dictionary check; no pronunciation note supplied..