Proper Pronunciation Guide
fortuitous
[fɔ͜ɚ tju
ə təs]
Tips:
- Pronounce the first letter “t” as /t/—and not as/ʧ/.
- The letter “u” may be pronounced as /u/ or/ju/ and should be stressed.
- Pronounce both the letter “i” in the third syllable and the letters “ou” in the final syllable as the weak schwa vowel /ə/.
Practice Sentence:
It was fortuitous that I ran into you and found out about the party tonight! |
Definition:
(adjective) Happening accidentally, by chance, but at the same time bringing good fortune and luck.