How to Pronounce Foresee

To pronounce "foresee", say FOR-es-ee — 3 syllables, IPA /fɔːˈsiː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/fɔːˈsiː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “foresee”

"foresee" has 3 syllables: for-es-ee. It rhymes with free and devotee, if that helps it stick.

What does foresee mean?

verb

  1. To be able to see beforehand: to anticipate; predict.
  2. To provide.

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Words that rhyme with foresee

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freedevoteeseekeygleescreereparteeapogeesensualitysyncopeespritweighty

Related words

foreknowanticipateenvisioncounterforestallforetellforecastpredict

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "foresee"?▾

"Foresee" has 3 syllables: for · es · ee.

What is the IPA transcription of "foresee"?▾

The IPA transcription of "foresee" is /fɔːˈsiː/.

What does "foresee" mean?▾

Foresee: To be able to see beforehand: to anticipate; predict.

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