How to Pronounce Forestry

To pronounce "forestry", say FOR-estry — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

FOR-estry

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💡 Tip for remembering “forestry”

"forestry" has 2 syllables: for-estry.

What does forestry mean?

noun

  1. The science of planting and growing trees in forests.
  2. The art and practice of planting and growing trees in forests.

Synonyms

silviculturesylviculture

Related words

forestwoodssilvicultureforestationjungletimberwoodlandsilvicultural

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forestry"?▾

"Forestry" has 2 syllables: for · estry.

What does "forestry" mean?▾

Forestry: The science of planting and growing trees in forests.

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