How to Pronounce Fester

To pronounce "fester", say FEST-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɛstə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈfɛstə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fester”

"fester" has 2 syllables: fest-er. It rhymes with sequester and pester, if that helps it stick.

What does fester mean?

noun

  1. A fistula.
  2. A sore or an ulcer of the skin.

verb

  1. To become septic; to become rotten.
  2. To worsen, especially due to lack of attention.

    “Deal with the problem immediately; do not let it fester.”

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Words that rhyme with fester

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

sequesterpesterchesterjesterancestornestortestersemesterprotesterquestermolesterwrester

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fester"?▾

"Fester" has 2 syllables: fest · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "fester"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fester" is /ˈfɛstə(ɹ)/.

What does "fester" mean?▾

Fester: A fistula.

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