How to Pronounce Fete

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

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/feɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fete”

"fete" has 2 syllables: fet-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: fait, fate, feight — easy to mix up when writing.

What does fete mean?

noun

  1. A festival open to the public, the proceeds from which are often given to charity.
  2. A feast, celebration or carnival.

verb

  1. (usually in the passive) To celebrate (a person).

Synonyms

celebrate

Words that rhyme with fete

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elucidatearticulatedesolatefacilitateprofligateexplicatedeliberatedelineateruminateinnatecultivatestate

Related words

festivalcelebratefiestafeastgalacelebrationentertainchampetre

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fete"?▾

"Fete" has 2 syllables: fet · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "fete"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fete" is /feɪt/.

What does "fete" mean?▾

Fete: A festival open to the public, the proceeds from which are often given to charity.

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