How to Pronounce Fisticuffs

To pronounce "fisticuffs", say FIST-ic-uffs — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈfɪs.tɪ.kʌfs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈfɪs.tɪ.kʌfs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fisticuffs”

"fisticuffs" has 3 syllables: fist-ic-uffs. It rhymes with foodstuffs and cuffs, if that helps it stick.

What does fisticuffs mean?

noun

  1. A fistfight.
  2. A cuff or blow administered with the fist.

noun

  1. An impromptu fight with the fists, usually between only two people.
  2. Bare-knuckled boxing, a form of boxing done without boxing gloves or similar padding.

Synonyms

prizefightingbrawlfightfist-fightpunch-up

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Words that rhyme with fisticuffs

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foodstuffscuffsstuffsglyphsearmuffsbuffsbluffsscuffshandcuffspuffshuffsroughs

Related words

fistfightpugilismboxingslugfestpunch-uphandicuffsfight

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fisticuffs"?▾

"Fisticuffs" has 3 syllables: fist · ic · uffs.

What is the IPA transcription of "fisticuffs"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fisticuffs" is /ˈfɪs.tɪ.kʌfs/.

What does "fisticuffs" mean?▾

Fisticuffs: A fistfight.

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