How to Pronounce "fetishes"

word

ˈfɛtɪʃ

FEH-tish-iz

fˈɛtɪʃɪz

FEH-tish-iz

Definition

Objects, body parts, or things that a person finds especially attractive or exciting, often in a sexual way. Can also mean items believed to have magical powers in some cultures.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈfɛtɪʃ

British English

fˈɛtɪʃɪz

Simplified Pronunciation

FEH-tish-iz

Listen in Context

Some people have shoe fetishes.

In some cultures, statues are used as fetishes.

He does not talk about his fetishes.

People have all kinds of fetishes, and it's nothing to be ashamed of.