To pronounce "famous", say FAM-ous — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfeɪməs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈfeɪməs/
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"famous" has 2 syllables: fam-ous. It rhymes with ignoramus and mandamus, if that helps it stick.
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adjective
“Some people are only famous within their city.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Famous" has 2 syllables: fam · ous.
The IPA transcription of "famous" is /ˈfeɪməs/.
Famous: To make famous; to bring renown to.
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