How to Pronounce Forest

To pronounce "forest", say FOR-est — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɒɹɪst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈfɒɹɪst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “forest”

"forest" has 2 syllables: for-est. It rhymes with florist and rainforest, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: forrest — easy to mix up when writing.

What does forest mean?

noun

  1. A dense uncultivated tract of trees and undergrowth, larger than woods.
  2. Any dense collection or amount.

    “a forest of criticism”

verb

  1. To cover an area with trees.

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Words that rhyme with forest

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

floristrainforestreforestforrestdeforrestdeforestdemorestlaforest

Related words

woodstimberlandtimberwoodlandafforestwoodold-growthrainforest

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forest"?▾

"Forest" has 2 syllables: for · est.

What is the IPA transcription of "forest"?▾

The IPA transcription of "forest" is /ˈfɒɹɪst/.

What does "forest" mean?▾

Forest: A dense uncultivated tract of trees and undergrowth, larger than woods.

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