How to Pronounce Fescue

To pronounce "fescue", say FESC-ue — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɛskjuː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈfɛskjuː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fescue”

"fescue" has 2 syllables: fesc-ue. It rhymes with blue and slew, if that helps it stick.

What does fescue mean?

noun

  1. A straw, wire, stick, etc., used chiefly to point out letters to children when learning to read.
  2. A hardy grass commonly used to border golf fairways in temperate climates. Any member of the genus Festuca.

verb

  1. To use a fescue, or teach with a fescue.

Words that rhyme with fescue

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blueslewsubduepursuetrueviewconstruehithertoeschewpurviewimbuecoo

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fescue"?▾

"Fescue" has 2 syllables: fesc · ue.

What is the IPA transcription of "fescue"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fescue" is /ˈfɛskjuː/.

What does "fescue" mean?▾

Fescue: A straw, wire, stick, etc., used chiefly to point out letters to children when learning to read.

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