How to Pronounce Fetters

To pronounce "fetters", say FETT-ers — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

FETT-ers

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💡 Tip for remembering “fetters”

"fetters" has 2 syllables: fett-ers. It rhymes with letters and bettors, if that helps it stick.

What does fetters mean?

noun

  1. A chain or similar object used to bind a person or animal – often by its legs (usually in plural).
  2. Anything that restricts or restrains.

verb

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

Synonyms

leg irons

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Words that rhyme with fetters

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lettersbettorsdebtorsbetterspetterssettersnettersgettersetters

Related words

shacklehobblechainschannelsconstraintshampershindershurdles

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fetters"?▾

"Fetters" has 2 syllables: fett · ers.

What does "fetters" mean?▾

Fetters: A chain or similar object used to bind a person or animal – often by its legs (usually in plural).

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