To pronounce "carryforward", say CARRYF-orw-ard — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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CARRYF-orw-ard
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"carryforward" has 3 syllables: carryf-orw-ard. It rhymes with forward and straightforward, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Carryforward" has 3 syllables: carryf · orw · ard.
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