How to pronounce fetal
Say it like FEE-tul. Fetal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FEE).
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- FEE
- tul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fetal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- tulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of fetal
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: FEE-tul.
What does fetal mean?
- Pertaining to, or connected with, a fetus.“fetal circulation”
- In the fetal position.
Where does fetal come from?
From fetus + -al.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- foetal
Words that rhyme with fetal
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of fetal.
Questions about saying fetal
How do you pronounce fetal?
Say FEE-tul. The American pronunciation is /ˈfitəl/. In British English it is /ˈfiːtəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fetal?
Fetal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FEE). Broken into parts: FEE · tul.
Is fetal pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈfiːtəl/ (FEE-tul).