How to Pronounce Fettered

To pronounce "fettered", say FETT-er-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈfɛtəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈfɛtəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fettered”

"fettered" has 3 syllables: fett-er-ed. It rhymes with unfettered and lettered, if that helps it stick.

What does fettered mean?

verb

  1. To shackle or bind up with fetters.
  2. To restrain or impede; to hamper.

adjective

  1. Bound by chains or shackles.
  2. (by extension) Restricted.

Synonyms

boundchainedshackledrestricted

Antonyms

unfettered

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Words that rhyme with fettered

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unfetteredletteredbetteredpetard

Related words

shackledboundchainedhamperedironedcagedbechainedtethered

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fettered"?▾

"Fettered" has 3 syllables: fett · er · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "fettered"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fettered" is /ˈfɛtəd/.

What does "fettered" mean?▾

Fettered: To shackle or bind up with fetters.

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