How many syllables in alligator?

There are 4 syllables in the word alligator.

Divide alligator into syllables:

alligator (noun):: crocodilian; either of two amphibious reptiles related to crocodiles but with shorter broader snouts.; either of two large carnivorous, thick-skinned, long-bodied, aquatic, crocodilian reptiles (alligator mississippiensis of the southeastern u.s. and a. sinensis of china) that have a broad head with a slightly tapered, long, rounded, u-shaped snout and a special pocket in the upper jaw for reception of the enlarged lower fourth tooth

alligator mississipiensis

alligator sinensis

american alligator

antelope

buckskin

cabretta

calfskin

capeskin

chamois

chinese alligator

coat

cordovan

cowhide

crocodile

crocodilian

crocodilian reptile

deerskin

doeskin

fleece

fur

gator

genus alligator

goatskin

horsehide

kid

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