Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

for shame

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.55 in modern English

Syllables: for shame
IPA

16

Scrabble Score

8

Letters

1

Syllables

8

Unique Chars

Meaning

intj

An expression of disapproval; you should be ashamed of yourself!

Example Sentences

"Using that kind of language in mixed company, Mike? For shame!"

Synonyms

shame on you

Questions

What does for shame mean?: An expression of disapproval; you should be ashamed of yourself!

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