How to Pronounce Fallen

To pronounce "fallen", say FALL-en — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɔːlən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈfɔːlən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fallen”

"fallen" has 2 syllables: fall-en. It rhymes with crestfallen and holon, if that helps it stick.

What does fallen mean?

verb

(heading) To be moved downwards.
To move downwards.

noun

The dead.
Casualties of battle or war.

adjective

Having dropped by the force of gravity.
“fallen raindrops”
Killed in battle.
“to honor fallen soldiers”

Synonyms

responsibility up to become get come down descend drop collapsed

Antonyms

ascend go rise get up pick oneself up stand up

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Words that rhyme with fallen

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

crestfallen holon bollen stolon pollen collin call-in befallen stollen

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fallen"?▾

"Fallen" has 2 syllables: fall · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "fallen"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fallen" is /ˈfɔːlən/.

What does "fallen" mean?▾

Fallen: (heading) To be moved downwards.

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