How to Pronounce Fanfare

To pronounce "fanfare", say FANF-ar-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈfænfɛə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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7

Letters

/ˈfænfɛə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fanfare”

"fanfare" has 3 syllables: fanf-ar-e. It rhymes with despair and glare, if that helps it stick.

What does fanfare mean?

noun

  1. A flourish of trumpets or horns as to announce; a short and lively air performed on hunting horns during the chase.

    “They played a short fanfare to announce the arrival of the king.”

  2. A show of ceremony or celebration.

    “The town opened the new library with fanfare and a speech from the mayor.”

verb

  1. To play a fanfare.
  2. To embellish with fanfares.

Words that rhyme with fanfare

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fanfare"?▾

"Fanfare" has 3 syllables: fanf · ar · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "fanfare"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fanfare" is /ˈfænfɛə/.

What does "fanfare" mean?▾

Fanfare: A flourish of trumpets or horns as to announce; a short and lively air performed on hunting horns during the chase.

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