How to Pronounce "facades"
word
fəˈsɑdz
fuh-SAHDZ
fəsˈɑːdz
fuh-SAHDZ
Definition
'Facades' are the front parts of buildings, especially the main or most attractive sides. The word can also mean a false or misleading outward appearance that hides the true feelings or situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
fəˈsɑdz
British English
fəsˈɑːdz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
fuh-SAHDZ
UK
fuh-SAHDZ
Listen in Context
The old city is famous for its colorful facades.
Some people hide their feelings behind false facades.
The museum restored the building’s original facades.
It’s exhausting to keep up these cheerful facades all day at work.