How many syllables in phlebotomy?

There are 4 syllables in the word phlebotomy.

How to pronounce phlebotomy:

phlebotomy (noun):: noun. surgical incision into a vein; used to treat hemochromatosis.; the drawing of blood (as by venipuncture) for transfusion, apheresis, diagnostic testing, or experimental procedures

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