How to Pronounce Fortuitous

To pronounce "fortuitous", say FORT-uit-ous — 3 syllables, IPA /fɔːˈtjuːɪtəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/fɔːˈtjuːɪtəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fortuitous”

"fortuitous" has 3 syllables: fort-uit-ous. It rhymes with gratuitous and circuitous, if that helps it stick.

What does fortuitous mean?

adjective

  1. Happening by chance; coincidental, accidental.
  2. Happening by a lucky chance; lucky or fortunate.

Synonyms

by accidentcauselessincidentalhappyprovidential

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Words that rhyme with fortuitous

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gratuitouscircuitous

Related words

fortunateuncausedunintendedcauselesscasualaccidentalincidentaloccasional

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fortuitous"?▾

"Fortuitous" has 3 syllables: fort · uit · ous.

What is the IPA transcription of "fortuitous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fortuitous" is /fɔːˈtjuːɪtəs/.

What does "fortuitous" mean?▾

Fortuitous: Happening by chance; coincidental, accidental.

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