How to Pronounce Fortean

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

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Letters

FORT-ean

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💡 Tip for remembering “fortean”

"fortean" has 2 syllables: fort-ean.

What does fortean mean?

noun

  1. A follower or admirer of Charles Fort.
  2. One who investigates anomalous phenomena.

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to anomalous phenomena.

    “Ufology is a somewhat Fortean subject.”

  2. Of or pertaining to Charles Fort.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "fortean"?▾

"Fortean" has 2 syllables: fort · ean.

What does "fortean" mean?▾

Fortean: A follower or admirer of Charles Fort.

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