English pronunciation · Words Starting with F
Fond Pronunciation
Fond is pronounced FAHND, IPA /ˈfɑnd/.
FAHND
US /ˈfɑnd/ · UK /ˈfɒnd/
Syllables: FAHND (1 syllable)
adjective: Having a liking or affection for someone or something.
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Fond in a Sentence
- She is fond of her neighbours.
- He has fond memories of the farm.
- I am not fond of long meetings.
Common Mispronunciations of Fond
Not FOHND
The o is short, as in pond, with none of the length of phoned.
Not FONT
Let the voice run on into the final d, or the word turns into font.
Tip: Fondue has nothing to do with being fond and puts its weight at the back: fahn-DOO.
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