How to Pronounce Foresight

To pronounce "foresight", say FOR-es-ight — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

FOR-es-ight

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💡 Tip for remembering “foresight”

"foresight" has 3 syllables: for-es-ight. It rhymes with insight and light, if that helps it stick.

What does foresight mean?

noun

  1. The ability to foresee or prepare wisely for the future.

    “Having the foresight to prepare an evacuation plan may have saved their lives.”

  2. The front sight on a rifle or similar weapon

Synonyms

clairvoyancedivinationforeknowledgeprescienceprophecy

Antonyms

hindsight

Words that rhyme with foresight

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightplightacolyte

Related words

foresightfulnesspredictionanticipationforward-lookingforward-thinkingprospectivelyanticipatoryprevision

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "foresight"?▾

"Foresight" has 3 syllables: for · es · ight.

What does "foresight" mean?▾

Foresight: The ability to foresee or prepare wisely for the future.

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