How many syllables in sailboat?

There are 2 syllables in the word sailboat.

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Divide sailboat into syllables:

sail · boat

How to pronounce sailboat:

Definition of sailboat:

sailboat (noun):: a boat usually propelled by sail; a small sailing vessel; usually with a single mast.

Synonyms for sailboat:

bark

caravel

catamaran

catboat

centerboard

centreboard

corvette

cutter

dinghy

drop keel

frigate

galley

keelboat

ketch

sailer

sailing boat

sailing ship

sailing vessel

schooner

sharpie

ship

sliding keel

sloop

trimaran

vessel

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