How to pronounce fetor
Say it like FEE-ter. Fetor has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FEE).
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- FEE
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fetor 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.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of fetor
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: FEE-tuh.
What does fetor mean?
- An unpleasant smell.
Where does fetor come from?
From Latin fētor.
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Words that rhyme with fetor
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of fetor.
Questions about saying fetor
How do you pronounce fetor?
Say FEE-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈfitər/. In British English it is /ˈfiːtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fetor?
Fetor has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FEE). Broken into parts: FEE · ter.
Is fetor pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈfiːtə/ (FEE-tuh).