How many syllables in grandparent?

There are 3 syllables in the word grandparent.

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Divide grandparent into syllables:

grand · par · ent

How to pronounce grandparent:

Definition of grandparent:

grandparent (noun):: a parent of one's father or mother; a parent of your father or mother.

Synonyms for grandparent:

grandpa grandfather grandma grandmother granny forbear

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