How to Pronounce "Facetious"

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How to Say "Facetious"

🗣️ Step by Step

FAS-ee-shus. Break it down into three parts: start with 'fas' like the word 'fast' without the 't', then 'ee' like the letter 'E', and finally 'shus' as in 'gush' with an 'us' at the end.

⚠️ Common Mistake

Many people mistakenly pronounce it as 'fa-SEE-shus' with the emphasis on the second syllable instead of the first.

💬 Example

His facetious remarks during the meeting lightened the mood, but some took them seriously.

Frequently asked questions

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Is Facetious hard to pronounce?

Facetious is considered moderately difficult to pronounce.

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