How to Pronounce Forensic

To pronounce "forensic", say FOR-ens-ic — 3 syllables, IPA /fəˈɹɛn.sɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/fəˈɹɛn.sɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “forensic”

"forensic" has 3 syllables: for-ens-ic. It rhymes with mensik and psencik, if that helps it stick.

What does forensic mean?

adjective

  1. Relating to the use of science and technology in the investigation and establishment of facts or evidence in a court of law.
  2. Relating to, or appropriate for, courts of law.

Synonyms

legalrhetorical

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Words that rhyme with forensic

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mensikpsencik

Related words

rhetoricalcoronerstatutoryexaminerlegaljudiciaryjudicialjustice

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forensic"?▾

"Forensic" has 3 syllables: for · ens · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "forensic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "forensic" is /fəˈɹɛn.sɪk/.

What does "forensic" mean?▾

Forensic: Relating to the use of science and technology in the investigation and establishment of facts or evidence in a court of law.

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