How to pronounce syphon
Say it like SY-fun. Syphon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SY).
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- SY
- fun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Syphon pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- funKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of syphon
American and British speakers say syphon in essentially the same way: /ˈsaɪfən/ in the US and /ˈsaɪfən/ in the UK.
British respelling: SY-fun.
What does syphon mean?
- Alternative spelling of siphon.
- Alternative spelling of siphon.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with syphon
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of syphon.
Words that sound like syphon
Questions about saying syphon
How do you pronounce syphon?
Say SY-fun. The American pronunciation is /ˈsaɪfən/. In British English it is /ˈsaɪfən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in syphon?
Syphon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SY). Broken into parts: SY · fun.
Do Americans and Brits say syphon the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsaɪfən/ and the British form is /ˈsaɪfən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as syphon?
Syphon sounds the same as siphon in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.