How to Pronounce Volte-face

To pronounce "volte-face", say VOLT-ef-ac-e — 4 syllables, IPA /-ˈfɑːs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/-ˈfɑːs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “volte-face”

"volte-face" has 4 syllables: volt-ef-ac-e.

What does volte-face mean?

noun

  1. A reversal of policy, attitude or principle.

Synonyms

U-turnabout-face

Related words

reversalabout-faceturnaroundturnaboutrenversementright-about-facecounterreversalreversion

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "volte-face"?▾

"Volte-face" has 4 syllables: volt · ef · ac · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "volte-face"?▾

The IPA transcription of "volte-face" is /-ˈfɑːs/.

What does "volte-face" mean?▾

Volte-face: A reversal of policy, attitude or principle.

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