How to Pronounce Facet

To pronounce "facet", say FAC-et — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfæsɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈfæsɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “facet”

"facet" has 2 syllables: fac-et. It rhymes with tacit and placit, if that helps it stick.

What does facet mean?

noun

  1. Any one of the flat surfaces cut into a gem.

    “This facet of the diamond was masterfully cut to enhance its value.”

  2. One among many similar or related, yet still distinct things.

    “The child's learning disability was only one facet of the problems contributing to his delinquency.”

verb

  1. To cut a facet into a gemstone.

Synonyms

aspect

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Words that rhyme with facet

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tacitplacitbassetttassetplacetassotflasketcassattfascettacetmasqatacet-

Related words

aspectvoletstreamstrandelementslicetierarea

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "facet"?▾

"Facet" has 2 syllables: fac · et.

What is the IPA transcription of "facet"?▾

The IPA transcription of "facet" is /ˈfæsɪt/.

What does "facet" mean?▾

Facet: Any one of the flat surfaces cut into a gem.

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