How many syllables in gynecomastia?

There are 5 syllables in the word gynecomastia.

How to pronounce gynecomastia:

gynecomastia (noun):: excessive development of the breast in the male; noun. excessive development of the breasts in males; usually the result of hormonal imbalance or treatment with certain drugs (including some antihypertensives).

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