How to Pronounce Fillet

To pronounce "fillet", say FILL-et — 2 syllables, IPA /fɪˈleɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/fɪˈleɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fillet”

"fillet" has 2 syllables: fill-et. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does fillet mean?

noun

  1. A headband; a ribbon or other band used to tie the hair up, or keep a headdress in place, or for decoration.
  2. A fine strip of any material, in various technical uses.

verb

  1. To slice, bone or make into fillets.
  2. To apply, create, or specify a rounded or filled corner to.

Synonyms

filetbonedebone

Antonyms

round

Words that rhyme with fillet

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fillet"?▾

"Fillet" has 2 syllables: fill · et.

What is the IPA transcription of "fillet"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fillet" is /fɪˈleɪ/.

What does "fillet" mean?▾

Fillet: A headband; a ribbon or other band used to tie the hair up, or keep a headdress in place, or for decoration.

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