How to Pronounce Favorite

To pronounce "favorite", say FAV-or-it-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈfeɪvɝɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈfeɪvɝɪt/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/fˈeɪvəɹɪt/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “favorite”

"favorite" has 4 syllables: fav-or-it-e.

What does favorite mean?

noun

  1. A person or thing who enjoys special regard or favour.

    “The teacher's favourite always went first.”

  2. A person who is preferred or trusted above all others.

verb

  1. To favour.
  2. To bookmark.

adjective

  1. Preferred or liked above all others (unless qualified).

    “This is my second favourite occupation.”

  2. Belonging to a category whose members are all preferred or liked over nonmembers.

    “I just saw a movie with all my favourite actors in it.”

Synonyms

top dog

Antonyms

unfavoriteunfavouriteleast favorite

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Related words

favoredfavouritepreferredpopularloveddearydarlingdearie

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "favorite"?▾

"Favorite" has 4 syllables: fav · or · it · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "favorite"?▾

The IPA transcription of "favorite" is /ˈfeɪvɝɪt/.

What does "favorite" mean?▾

Favorite: A person or thing who enjoys special regard or favour.

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