How to Pronounce Airplanes

To pronounce "airplanes", say AIRPL-an-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

AIRPL-an-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “airplanes”

"airplanes" has 3 syllables: airpl-an-es.

What does airplanes mean?

noun

  1. A powered heavier-than-air aircraft with fixed wings.

verb

  1. To fly in an aeroplane.
  2. To transport by aeroplane.

Related words

aeroplaneplaneaeroplanesaircraftaircraftsairframesairlinersfighters

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "airplanes"?▾

"Airplanes" has 3 syllables: airpl · an · es.

What does "airplanes" mean?▾

Airplanes: A powered heavier-than-air aircraft with fixed wings.

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