How to Pronounce Fief

To pronounce "fief", say FIEF — one syllable, IPA /fiːf/. 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

/fiːf/

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💡 Tip for remembering “fief”

"fief" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with grief and motif, if that helps it stick.

What does fief mean?

noun

  1. An estate held by a person on condition of providing military service to a superior.
  2. Something over which one has rights or exercises control.

Synonyms

manorseigniory

Words that rhyme with fief

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

griefmotifbriefbeliefreliefliefdisbeliefbeefreefsheafleitmotifleaf

Related words

feofffeeestatedomainclanstrongholdfeudfiefhold

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fief"?▾

"Fief" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "fief"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fief" is /fiːf/.

What does "fief" mean?▾

Fief: An estate held by a person on condition of providing military service to a superior.

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