How Many Syllables Are in Silicon

The word Silicon has three syllables: sil-i-con.
Syllable division helps in understanding the word's structure, improving both pronunciation and spelling.
This technique is especially useful for students and language learners who are mastering English phonetics.

Definition of Silicon

a chemical element with the symbol Si and atomic number 14, widely used in computer chips and other electronics

How should Silicon divide into syllables

The first syllable 'si' has a vowel 'i' and a consonant 's', the second syllable 'li' has vowels 'i' and 'o' and a consonant 'l', the third syllable 'con' has vowels 'o' and 'i' and a consonant 'n'.

Part of Speech - Silicon

Sentences with Silicon

• Silicon is a key component in most electronic devices.
• The silicon in my phone allows me to make calls and send messages.
• Computer chips are made from silicon.
• The silicon valley is known for its technology companies.
• Silicon is used in solar panels to convert sunlight into electricity.
• Silicon is abundant in the Earth's crust.
• The new computer has a faster silicon processor.
• Silicon is an important element in the periodic table.
• The silicon in my watch allows me to keep accurate time.
• Silicon is a versatile material used in many industries.

Quotes with Silicon

• Silicon is a great material for making electronic devices because it can be easily manipulated and controlled. - Michio Kaku
• Silicon is the eighth most common element in the universe. - Neil deGrasse Tyson
• Silicon is the backbone of the digital age. - Eric Schmidt
• The future of technology is in silicon. - Bill Gates
• Silicon is to the age of information what iron and steel were to the industrial age. - George Gilder

Number of characters in Silicon

7 ( s, i, l, i, c, o, n )

Unique letters in Silicon

6 ( s, i, l, c, o, n )

Silicon Backwards

nocilis

How to Pronounce Silicon

IPA (International): ˈsɪlʌkʌn

ARA (American): ˈsɪlʌkʌn

EPA (English): ˈsɪlʌkʌn

SIH-LAH-KAH-N