How to Pronounce Fame

To pronounce "fame", say FAM-e — 2 syllables, IPA /feɪm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/feɪm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fame”

"fame" has 2 syllables: fam-e. It rhymes with proclaim and dame, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: fayme — easy to mix up when writing.

What does fame mean?

noun

  1. What is said or reported; gossip, rumour.
  2. One's reputation.

verb

  1. To make (someone or something) famous

Antonyms

obscurityunknownness

Words that rhyme with fame

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

proclaimdameframeexclaimshameacclaimaflameflamesamenamedefamegame

Related words

renowncelebritythrillnotorietyimmoralitydebaucheryglorybuzz

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fame"?▾

"Fame" has 2 syllables: fam · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "fame"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fame" is /feɪm/.

What does "fame" mean?▾

Fame: What is said or reported; gossip, rumour.

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