How to Pronounce "fatal"
word
/ˈfeɪtəɫ/
FAY-tuhl
/fˈeɪtəl/
FAY-tuhl
Definition
Causing death, or leading to complete failure or very serious harm. It can describe a deadly injury or illness, and also a mistake or weakness that ruins a plan or situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈfeɪtəɫ/
British English
/fˈeɪtəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAY-tuhl
UK
FAY-tuhl
Listen in Context
The doctor said the wound was fatal.
A fatal mistake ended the mission.
The crash was fatal for two people.
Ignoring that warning could be fatal.