How to Pronounce "silos"
word
ˈsaɪˌɫoʊz
SY-lohz
sˈaɪləʊz
SY-lohz
Definition
Silos are tall structures used to store bulk materials like grain. In business or organizations, 'silos' also means teams or departments that do not share information or work together.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsaɪˌɫoʊz
British English
sˈaɪləʊz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SY-lohz
UK
SY-lohz
Listen in Context
Farmers store grain in large silos.
There are three silos next to the barn.
The company struggles because its departments work in silos.
Let's break down the silos and start collaborating more.