How to Pronounce Foment

To pronounce "foment", say FOM-ent — 2 syllables, IPA /fəʊˈmɛnt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/fəʊˈmɛnt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “foment”

"foment" has 2 syllables: fom-ent.

What does foment mean?

noun

  1. Fomentation.

verb

  1. To incite or cause troublesome acts; to encourage; to instigate.

    “Foreign governments have tried to foment unrest.”

  2. To apply a poultice to; to bathe with a cloth or sponge.

Synonyms

beath

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "foment"?▾

"Foment" has 2 syllables: fom · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "foment"?▾

The IPA transcription of "foment" is /fəʊˈmɛnt/.

What does "foment" mean?▾

Foment: Fomentation.

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