English–French
“fetus” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/fetys/
Example
Le fœtus grandit bien dans l'utérus.
The fetus is growing well in the uterus.
How to say “fetus” in French
“Fetus” in French is fœtus.
A growing human form seen in the uterus after the earliest embryonic stage and before birth.
Example sentences with fœtus
L'échographie du fœtus a montré qu'il allait bien.
The fetal ultrasound showed that the fetus was doing well.
Tips for using fœtus
- Fœtus belongs mainly to medical and formal usage, while bébé is more usual for a baby in everyday contexts.