How to Pronounce Fathom

To pronounce "fathom", say FATH-om — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfæðəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈfæðəm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fathom”

"fathom" has 2 syllables: fath-om.

What does fathom mean?

noun

  1. Grasp, envelopment, control.
  2. (now usually nautical) An English unit of length for water depth notionally based upon the width of grown man's outstretched arms but standardized as 6 feet (about 1.8 m).

verb

  1. To encircle with outstretched arms, especially to take a measurement; to embrace.
  2. To measure the depth of, take a sounding of.

Synonyms

braceorguiastadefathom outfigure outpuzzle outwork out

Related words

penetratesoundbottomfthmgraspapprehendunraveluntangle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fathom"?▾

"Fathom" has 2 syllables: fath · om.

What is the IPA transcription of "fathom"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fathom" is /ˈfæðəm/.

What does "fathom" mean?▾

Fathom: Grasp, envelopment, control.

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