How Many Syllables Are in "Xylophone"?

xylophone has 3 syllables.

Syllable breakdown

xy-lo-phone

Word
xylophone
Syllable count
3
Part of speech
noun

Definition

A musical instrument with bars that are struck to make sounds.

Example sentence

She played a tune on the xylophone.

Counts reflect a common American English reading. Pronunciation can vary. Source: Original editorial seed (common American English reading).

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