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skeleton

Q: How many syllables in skeleton?

The # of syllables in skeleton can be found in the Syllable Dictionary at HowManySyllables.com/syllables/skeleton .

How many syllables in skeleton?

3 syllables

Divide skeleton into syllables: skel-e-ton
Stressed syllable in skeleton: skel-e-ton
How to pronounce skeleton: ske-le-ton
How to say skeleton:

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Define skeleton

noun

The hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of a human or animal
A very skinny person or animal
Something reduced to its minimal form

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