How to Pronounce Fearsome

To pronounce "fearsome", say FEARS-om-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

FEARS-om-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “fearsome”

"fearsome" has 3 syllables: fears-om-e. It rhymes with meerschaum and kirsome, if that helps it stick.

What does fearsome mean?

adjective

  1. Frightening, especially in appearance.
  2. Fearful, frightened

Words that rhyme with fearsome

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meerschaumkirsome

Related words

frighteningfearfulalarmingdreadeddreaddirefulterriblehorrific

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fearsome"?▾

"Fearsome" has 3 syllables: fears · om · e.

What does "fearsome" mean?▾

Fearsome: Frightening, especially in appearance.

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