How to Pronounce Fortunes

To pronounce "fortunes", say FORT-un-es — 3 syllables, IPA /fɔː(ɹ).tjuːn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

fortunes

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Syllables

Letters

/fɔː(ɹ).tjuːn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fortunes”

"fortunes" has 3 syllables: fort-un-es. It rhymes with misfortunes, if that helps it stick.

What does fortunes mean?

noun

Destiny, especially favorable.
“She read my fortune. Apparently I will have a good love life this week, but I will have a bad week for money.”
A prediction or set of predictions about a person's future provided by a fortune teller.

verb

To happen, take place.
To provide with a fortune.

Synonyms

riches hap luck

Antonyms

doom misfortune

Words that rhyme with fortunes

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misfortunes

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fortunes"?▾

"Fortunes" has 3 syllables: fort · un · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "fortunes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fortunes" is /fɔː(ɹ).tjuːn/.

What does "fortunes" mean?▾

Fortunes: Destiny, especially favorable.

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