How to Pronounce Philharmonic

To pronounce "philharmonic", say PHILH-arm-on-ic — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

PHILH-arm-on-ic

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💡 Tip for remembering “philharmonic”

"philharmonic" has 4 syllables: philh-arm-on-ic. It rhymes with sardonic and tonic, if that helps it stick.

What does philharmonic mean?

noun

  1. A full-size symphony orchestra.

adjective

  1. Appreciative of music, but especially to its performance

Synonyms

philharmonic orchestra

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Words that rhyme with philharmonic

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sardonictonicchronichistrionicsynchronicchthonichedonicironicmnemoniccatatonicisotonicdemonic

Related words

musicalsymphonyorchestrasymphonicensemblelovephilodramaticphilotechnic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "philharmonic"?▾

"Philharmonic" has 4 syllables: philh · arm · on · ic.

What does "philharmonic" mean?▾

Philharmonic: A full-size symphony orchestra.

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