How to Pronounce Nylon

To pronounce "nylon", say NYLON — one syllable, IPA /ˈnaɪlɒn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈnaɪlɒn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “nylon”

"nylon" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with paragon and liaison, if that helps it stick.

What does nylon mean?

noun

Originally, the DuPont company trade name for polyamide, a copolymer whose molecules consist of alternating diamine and dicarboxylic acid monomers bonded together; now generically used for this type of polymer.
(in the plural) A stocking originally fabricated from nylon; also used generically for any long, sheer stocking worn on a woman's legs.
“I tore a hole in my nylons while walking home through the woods.”

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Words that rhyme with nylon

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paragon liaison automaton fawn lexicon phenomenon drawn denouement don bygone pylon withdrawn

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nylon"?▾

"Nylon" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "nylon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nylon" is /ˈnaɪlɒn/.

What does "nylon" mean?▾

Nylon: Originally, the DuPont company trade name for polyamide, a copolymer whose molecules consist of alternating diamine and dicarboxylic acid monomers bonded together; now generically used for this type of polymer.

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