How to Pronounce Figments

To pronounce "figments", say FIGM-ents — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

FIGM-ents

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💡 Tip for remembering “figments”

"figments" has 2 syllables: figm-ents. It rhymes with pigments, if that helps it stick.

What does figments mean?

noun

  1. A fabrication, fantasy, invention; something fictitious.

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Words that rhyme with figments

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pigments

Related words

figurationphantasmsphantomsfiguralfigurimaginationsfictivefictions

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "figments"?▾

"Figments" has 2 syllables: figm · ents.

What does "figments" mean?▾

Figments: A fabrication, fantasy, invention; something fictitious.

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