How to Pronounce Siphons

To pronounce "siphons", say SIPH-ons — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

SIPH-ons

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💡 Tip for remembering “siphons”

"siphons" has 2 syllables: siph-ons. It rhymes with hyphens, if that helps it stick.

What does siphons mean?

noun

  1. A bent pipe or tube with one end lower than the other, in which hydrostatic pressure exerted due to the force of gravity moves liquid from one reservoir to another.
  2. A soda siphon.

verb

  1. To transfer (liquid) by means of a siphon.
  2. To steal or skim off in small amounts; to embezzle.

Words that rhyme with siphons

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "siphons"?▾

"Siphons" has 2 syllables: siph · ons.

What does "siphons" mean?▾

Siphons: A bent pipe or tube with one end lower than the other, in which hydrostatic pressure exerted due to the force of gravity moves liquid from one reservoir to another.

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