How to Pronounce Forename

To pronounce "forename", say FOR-en-am-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈfɔːneɪm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈfɔːneɪm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “forename”

"forename" has 4 syllables: for-en-am-e.

What does forename mean?

noun

  1. A name that precedes the surname.

Synonyms

Christian namegiven nameprename

Antonyms

aftername

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Related words

namesurnamenumberbehalfnumbersfirstfore

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forename"?▾

"Forename" has 4 syllables: for · en · am · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "forename"?▾

The IPA transcription of "forename" is /ˈfɔːneɪm/.

What does "forename" mean?▾

Forename: A name that precedes the surname.

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