How to Pronounce Faux

To pronounce "faux", say FAUX — one syllable, IPA /ˈfɔks/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈfɔks/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/fˈəʊ/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

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What does faux mean?

adjective

  1. Fake or artificial.

noun

  1. singular of fauces

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "faux"?▾

To pronounce "faux", say FAUX — one syllable, IPA /ˈfɔks/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "faux"?▾

"Faux" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "faux"?▾

The IPA transcription of "faux" is /ˈfɔks/.

What does "faux" mean?▾

Faux: Fake or artificial.

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