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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
How do you pronounce Facetious?
Facetious is pronounced. Click the audio button above to hear the correct pronunciation in American, British, and Australian English.
Is Facetious hard to pronounce?
Facetious is considered moderately difficult to pronounce.