How to Pronounce Facepalm

To pronounce "facepalm", say FAC-ep-alm — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈfeɪsˌpɑː(l)m/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈfeɪsˌpɑː(l)m/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “facepalm”

"facepalm" has 3 syllables: fac-ep-alm.

What does facepalm mean?

noun

  1. A gesture of bringing one or both palms to the face, with various interpretations.

verb

  1. To bring the palm of one’s hand to one’s face as an expression of mixed humor and disbelief, disgust or shame; for example, when one is caught off-guard with a particularly bad pun.
  2. To bring one’s face down to one’s cupped hand or hands.

Related words

face-palmfacepawfacehooffingerfaceo-facefacemaking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "facepalm"?▾

"Facepalm" has 3 syllables: fac · ep · alm.

What is the IPA transcription of "facepalm"?▾

The IPA transcription of "facepalm" is /ˈfeɪsˌpɑː(l)m/.

What does "facepalm" mean?▾

Facepalm: A gesture of bringing one or both palms to the face, with various interpretations.

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