How to Pronounce Infamous

To pronounce "infamous", say INF-am-ous — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɪnfəməs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈɪnfəməs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “infamous”

"infamous" has 3 syllables: inf-am-ous.

What does infamous mean?

adjective

  1. Having a bad reputation, disreputable; notoriously bad, unpleasant or evil; widely known, especially for something bad.

    “He was an infamous perjurer.”

  2. Causing infamy; disgraceful.

    “This infamous deed tarnishes all involved.”

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Related words

ill-famednotoriousdisreputablenefariousevilscandalousdisgracefulshameful

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "infamous"?▾

"Infamous" has 3 syllables: inf · am · ous.

What is the IPA transcription of "infamous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "infamous" is /ˈɪnfəməs/.

What does "infamous" mean?▾

Infamous: Having a bad reputation, disreputable; notoriously bad, unpleasant or evil; widely known, especially for something bad.

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