How to Pronounce Fab

To pronounce "fab", say FAB — one syllable, IPA /fæb/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/fæb/

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💡 Tip for remembering “fab”

"fab" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with drab and slab, if that helps it stick.

What does fab mean?

adjective

  1. Fabulous (great or spectacular).

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Words that rhyme with fab

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

drabslabstabdabgrabcrabgabcababnabflabknab

Related words

pleasingfabulousfadmanfibstructuresmashingfactory

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fab"?▾

"Fab" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "fab"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fab" is /fæb/.

What does "fab" mean?▾

Fab: Fabulous (great or spectacular).

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