How to pronounce fete
Say it like FAYT. Fete is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- FAYT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fete pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FAYTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of fete
American and British speakers say fete in essentially the same way: /feɪt/ in the US and /feɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: FAYT.
What does fete mean?
- To celebrate (a person).
- A festival open to the public, the proceeds from which are often given to charity.
- A feast, celebration or carnival.
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Words that rhyme with fete
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Words that sound like fete
Questions about saying fete
How do you pronounce fete?
Say FAYT. The American pronunciation is /feɪt/. In British English it is /feɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fete?
Fete is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: FAYT.
Do Americans and Brits say fete the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /feɪt/ and the British form is /feɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as fete?
Fete sounds the same as fate in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.