How many syllables in grapefruit?

There are 3 syllables in the word grapefruit.

How to pronounce grapefruit:

grapefruit (noun):: citrus tree bearing large round edible fruit having a thick yellow rind and juicy somewhat acid pulp.; a large round citrus fruit with a bitter yellow rind and a juicy somewhat tart pale yellow, pink, or reddish pulp

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citrus tree

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