“Fates” or “Fetes”—Which to use?

“Fates” or “Fetes”

Overview

fates / fetes are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

fates: NA

fetes: (noun) an elaborate party (often outdoors).

Pronunciation

fates: f·EY·t·s

fetes: NA

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Examples in Context

Examples of “fates”

…1626-1786: Design, Construction, Careers and Fates.
…Nashville, a division of Sony Music.
…short stories, marking their individual fates.
The Three Fates - three beings that see…
…1696–1860: Design, Construction, Careers and Fates.
…that Atlantis will sink, the Fates bring out their tapestry to…
The Fates appeared to John to tell…
…1939: The Particulars and Wartime Fates of 6,000 Ships, Annapolis, Maryland:…
owned-and-operated stations experienced varied fates (CHCH and CJNT were sold…
Fire Emblem Fates (2015), Elise

Examples of “fetes”

…gardens to be used for fetes and parties for girls clubs…

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