FAQ
3 synonyms for FAQ, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A section of a website, document or product manual that lists the questions people ask most often and gives short answers to them.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
help page
Q&A
knowledge base
How to use FAQ
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
FAQ page
FAQ section
check the FAQ
see our FAQs
Neutral and universal online. Written in capitals; the plural is usually FAQs, without an apostrophe.
Etymology
An initialism of frequently asked questions, which spread with early internet discussion groups and later became standard on websites.
Full origin of FAQ →Frequently asked questions
What does FAQ stand for?
FAQ stands for frequently asked questions. It refers to a set of common questions with prepared answers, usually grouped in one place so people can find help without contacting anyone.
Is it FAQ or FAQs?
Both are correct but mean slightly different things. FAQ usually names the page or section as a whole, while FAQs refers to the individual questions on it. No apostrophe is needed in the plural.
What is the difference between an FAQ and a Q&A?
An FAQ collects questions that come up over and over and answers them in writing for everyone. A Q&A is usually a live or one-off exchange, such as an interview or an audience session, where the questions are not known in advance.
