How to Pronounce Fathead

To pronounce "fathead", say FATH-ead — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

FATH-ead

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💡 Tip for remembering “fathead”

"fathead" has 2 syllables: fath-ead. It rhymes with cathead, if that helps it stick.

What does fathead mean?

noun

  1. An idiot; a fool.

    “You fathead! You forgot to put the milk in the fridge and now it's spoiled!”

  2. A cyprinid fish of the Mississippi valley, Pimephales promelas, the black-headed minnow.

Synonyms

dunceimbecileloutnincompoop

Antonyms

genius

Words that rhyme with fathead

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cathead

Related words

goofzanyjackassgoosecuckoofoolidiotminnow

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fathead"?▾

"Fathead" has 2 syllables: fath · ead.

What does "fathead" mean?▾

Fathead: An idiot; a fool.

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