How to pronounce Fe
Say it like FAY. Fe is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
- FAY
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fe pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of Fe
American and British speakers say Fe in essentially the same way: /feɪ/ in the US and /feɪ/ in the UK.
British respelling: FAY.
What does Fe mean?
- Alternative form of pe (“Semitic letter”).
- Alternative form of f.e.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- iron
- atomic number 26
Words that rhyme with Fe
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Fe.
Words that sound like Fe
Questions about saying Fe
How do you pronounce Fe?
Say FAY. The American pronunciation is /feɪ/. In British English it is /feɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Fe?
Fe is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: FAY.
Do Americans and Brits say Fe the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /feɪ/ and the British form is /feɪ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as Fe?
Fe sounds the same as fay, fey, faye in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.