How to Pronounce Fainted

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

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Syllables

Letters

FAINT-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “fainted”

"fainted" has 2 syllables: faint-ed. It rhymes with acquainted and tainted, if that helps it stick.

What does fainted mean?

verb

To lose consciousness through a lack of oxygen or nutrients to the brain, usually as a result of suddenly reduced blood flow (may be caused by emotional trauma, loss of blood or various medical conditions).
To sink into dejection; to lose courage or spirit; to become depressed or despondent.

Synonyms

black out keel over pass out sweb swoon queal

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Words that rhyme with fainted

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

acquainted tainted sainted painted repainted untainted unpainted feinted fingerpainted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fainted"?▾

"Fainted" has 2 syllables: faint · ed.

What does "fainted" mean?▾

Fainted: To lose consciousness through a lack of oxygen or nutrients to the brain, usually as a result of suddenly reduced blood flow (may be caused by emotional trauma, loss of blood or various medical conditions).

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