How to Pronounce Faeces

To pronounce "faeces", say FAEC-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

FAEC-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “faeces”

"faeces" has 2 syllables: faec-es. It rhymes with masterpieces and ceases, if that helps it stick.

What does faeces mean?

noun

  1. Digested waste material (typically solid or semi-solid) discharged from the bowels; excrement.

Synonyms

cacadungexcrementfaecal matterguanomanureboo-boodoo

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Words that rhyme with faeces

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masterpiecesceasespiecespolicescapricesreleasesfleecescreasesgreasesincreasesmouthpiecesdecreases

Related words

fecesbmorduredejectionstooldroppingsexcretionsfloaters

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "faeces"?▾

"Faeces" has 2 syllables: faec · es.

What does "faeces" mean?▾

Faeces: Digested waste material (typically solid or semi-solid) discharged from the bowels; excrement.

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