How to Pronounce Fortitude

To pronounce "fortitude", say FORT-it-ud-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈfɔːtɪtjuːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈfɔːtɪtjuːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fortitude”

"fortitude" has 4 syllables: fort-it-ud-e. It rhymes with shrewd and crude, if that helps it stick.

What does fortitude mean?

noun

  1. Mental or emotional strength that enables courage in the face of adversity.
  2. Physical strength.

Synonyms

inner strengthmoxieresolve

Words that rhyme with fortitude

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shrewdcrudesubduedlewdbroodeludeaptitudeprecludeineptitudeexudealludesolitude

Related words

couragemettlesteadfastnessbraveryvalourstaminaendurancetenacity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fortitude"?▾

"Fortitude" has 4 syllables: fort · it · ud · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "fortitude"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fortitude" is /ˈfɔːtɪtjuːd/.

What does "fortitude" mean?▾

Fortitude: Mental or emotional strength that enables courage in the face of adversity.

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