How to Pronounce Fetal

To pronounce "fetal", say FET-al — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfitl̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈfitl̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fetal”

"fetal" has 2 syllables: fet-al. It rhymes with baetyl and avital, if that helps it stick.

What does fetal mean?

adjective

  1. Pertaining to, or connected with, a fetus.

    “fetal circulation”

Synonyms

zygotal

Words that rhyme with fetal

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

baetylavitalbeetlemeatalvarietal

Related words

foetalfetusfoetusintrauterinepregnancyunbornembryocongenital

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fetal"?▾

"Fetal" has 2 syllables: fet · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "fetal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fetal" is /ˈfitl̩/.

What does "fetal" mean?▾

Fetal: Pertaining to, or connected with, a fetus.

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