To pronounce "forbes", say FORB-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
forbes
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FORB-es
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"forbes" has 2 syllables: forb-es. It rhymes with absorbs and sorbs, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Forbes" has 2 syllables: forb · es.
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