How to Pronounce Forebodes

To pronounce "forebodes", say FOR-eb-od-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

FOR-eb-od-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “forebodes”

"forebodes" has 4 syllables: for-eb-od-es.

What does forebodes mean?

verb

  1. To predict a future event; to hint at something that will happen (especially as a literary device).
  2. To be prescient of (some ill or misfortune); to have an inward conviction of, as of a calamity which is about to happen; to augur despondingly.

Synonyms

foretellportendpredict

Related words

foretellprognosticatepredictanticipatepromisecallportendspresages

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forebodes"?▾

"Forebodes" has 4 syllables: for · eb · od · es.

What does "forebodes" mean?▾

Forebodes: To predict a future event; to hint at something that will happen (especially as a literary device).

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