How to Pronounce Foretell

To pronounce "foretell", say FOR-et-ell — 3 syllables, IPA /[foː.ˈteɫ]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/[foː.ˈteɫ]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “foretell”

"foretell" has 3 syllables: for-et-ell. It rhymes with compel and propel, if that helps it stick.

What does foretell mean?

verb

To predict; to tell (the future) before it occurs; to prophesy.
To tell (a person) of the future.

Synonyms

foresay forespeak

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Words that rhyme with foretell

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compel propel impel quell citadel ravel swell tell dwell shell cell expel

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "foretell"?▾

"Foretell" has 3 syllables: for · et · ell.

What is the IPA transcription of "foretell"?▾

The IPA transcription of "foretell" is /[foː.ˈteɫ]/.

What does "foretell" mean?▾

Foretell: To predict; to tell (the future) before it occurs; to prophesy.

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