How to Pronounce Faster

To pronounce "faster", say FAST-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɑːstə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈfɑːstə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “faster”

"faster" has 2 syllables: fast-er. It rhymes with master and disaster, if that helps it stick.

What does faster mean?

adjective

  1. Firmly or securely fixed in place; stable.

    “That rope is dangerously loose. Make it fast!”

  2. Firm against attack; fortified by nature or art; impregnable; strong.

adverb

  1. In a firm or secure manner, securely; in such a way as not to be moved; safe, sound .

    “Hold this rope as fast as you can.”

  2. (of sleeping) Deeply or soundly .

    “He is fast asleep.”

Synonyms

quickrapidspeedyswifteasysluttyaheadcolour-fastdeeplyfirmly

Antonyms

slowbehindlightloosepenetrablelightlylooselyslowly

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Words that rhyme with faster

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

masterdisasterasteralabasterplasterpastorcastercastorquartermasterheadmasterburgomasterpostmaster

Related words

quickereasierhardermoretimelytimelinesspromptlysooner

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "faster"?▾

"Faster" has 2 syllables: fast · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "faster"?▾

The IPA transcription of "faster" is /ˈfɑːstə/.

What does "faster" mean?▾

Faster: Firmly or securely fixed in place; stable.

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