How to Pronounce Straight-faced

To pronounce "straight-faced", say STRAIGHTF-ac-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

14

Letters

STRAIGHTF-ac-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “straight-faced”

"straight-faced" has 3 syllables: straightf-ac-ed.

What does straight-faced mean?

adjective

  1. Having a straight face, not revealing excessive emotion, especially amusement.
  2. Bold, blatant, bald-faced.

    “That was a straight-faced lie, and you knew it.”

Synonyms

poker-faced

Related words

straightfacedstony-facedpoker-faceddeadpanstonefacedstonyinexpressiveopen-faced

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "straight-faced"?▾

"Straight-faced" has 3 syllables: straightf · ac · ed.

What does "straight-faced" mean?▾

Straight-faced: Having a straight face, not revealing excessive emotion, especially amusement.

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